Does dandelion protect the liver?

Dandelion is a plant that we often see in the wild. It is also a commonly used herbal medicine in traditional Chinese medicine. Dandelion actually has many benefits to the human body. It can clear away heat and detoxify, act as a diuretic, treat ascites, etc. Dandelion has certain liver-protecting functions, but the properties of dandelion are relatively cold, so it is best used in summer.

Dandelion is a perennial herb. When it blooms, it turns into a white ball. Since ancient times, dandelions have been regarded as a "wild vegetable" in spring and can be made into refreshing daily dishes. It can not only clear away heat and detoxify, but also has certain effects on hepatitis (hepatitis B and hepatitis C), liver cancer, cirrhosis, fatty liver, etc.

In terms of traditional Chinese medicine, when Li Shizhen wrote about dandelion, he pointed out that it is very suitable for regulating various hot and toxic diseases, and has certain therapeutic effects on infectious diseases, among which the effect of clearing away heat and relieving inflammation is very good. Dandelion is bitter and cold, sweet and cold, and enters the stomach and liver meridians. It can clear away heat and detoxify, eliminate carbuncle, promote diuresis and promote lactation. Especially for damp-heat and jaundice, the effect is better. Dandelions are a kind of wealth. It tastes bitter, sweet and cold. Belongs to the liver and stomach meridians. Clears away heat and detoxifies, reduces swelling and resolves stagnation, promotes diuresis and relieves stranguria, clears the liver and improves eyesight.

Dandelion has a good diuretic effect. Therefore, it also has a certain therapeutic effect on patients with hepatic ascites. When people with poor liver function choose dandelion as a diuretic, the potassium in the body will not be excreted along with the water. Dandelion leaf extract is also very effective for premenstrual syndrome edema, especially for some people who often suffer from edema before menstruation. Dandelion leaves can be used for cooking, which will have a better effect.

First of all, dandelion has a cooling effect, so it is best used in summer. It is not suitable for long-term consumption as it will cause physical discomfort.

Digging, removing impurities, cleaning and drying.

First, wash the dandelions, cut them into two pieces, add appropriate amount of peanut oil and mix well. When the ingredients start to smell fragrant, add 2 1/2 tablespoons of flour and mix well. Steam in drawer heat for 4 minutes. At this time, the dandelions have turned green. Sprinkle with appropriate amount of salt, it has a pleasant aroma.