Evidence supporting the use of: Dandelion
For the body system: Estrogen

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly for supporting liver health and as a general detoxifier. In various herbal traditions, including Western and Chinese herbalism, dandelion root and leaf have been employed as diuretics and to promote healthy liver function. The connection between dandelion and estrogen support comes primarily from the role of the liver in metabolizing and clearing estrogen from the body. By traditionally supporting liver health, dandelion is sometimes believed to indirectly assist in balancing estrogen levels. However, scientific evidence specifically linking dandelion to direct modulation or regulation of estrogen or the "estrogen body system" is lacking. Most studies on dandelion focus on its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and mild diuretic properties, with little direct examination of its impact on estrogen metabolism or hormone balance. Thus, while dandelion's use for estrogen support is rooted in traditional perspectives on liver health, there is minimal clinical or experimental evidence to validate this specific application.

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