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MAK1AH 04/28/2009. Dandelion root should be raw, not roasted. Roasted is for flavor, not for health. The root is a hepatonic, anti-inflammatory, (reduces bile duct and liver inflammation), and a cholagogue. The leaves are a diuretic, digestive, mild cholagogue and liver tonic.
What Is Dandelion Good For? In Native American traditional medicine, the root is said to help the body break down fats during digestion, stimulate the liver and promote the expulsion of waste (1). Dandelion is also commonly used to treat liver diseases, kidney diseases, and spleen problems (2). Additionally its leaves are high in Folate, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Copper, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Vitamin K, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Iron, Potassium and Manganese (3).