Dandelion is a plant that can be used as both medicine and food. It has the effects of clearing away heat and detoxification, diuresis and dispersing knots, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial, and is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine and daily health care. Its roots, leaves, and flowers can be used as medicine or food. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and also has auxiliary effects on improving digestion and enhancing immunity.

1. Medicinal value and efficacy
2. Clearing away heat and detoxification

Dandelion is cold in nature and belongs to the liver and stomach meridians. Traditional Chinese medicine often uses it to treat sore throat, red eyes, toothache, sores, swelling, etc. caused by heat and toxins. "Compendium of Materia Medica" records that it can "detoxify food and disperse stagnant qi", which is suitable for people with strong internal fire or early infection.

2. Diuresis and swelling

Dandelion contains ingredients such as potassium and inulin, which can promote urination, relieve edema and urinary tract infections (such as cystitis). Studies have found that its extracts can inhibit urethral pathogens and help improve symptoms of frequent urination and urgency.

3. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory

Modern research shows that chlorogenic acid and flavonoids in dandelions have inhibitory effects on Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, etc. External application can relieve skin inflammation or redness and swelling caused by mosquito bites.