Dandelion Root, Cut and Sifted, 100 g, Frontier

Frontier Natural Products Organic Dandelion Root — certified organic Taraxacum officinale root, cut and sifted, one of the most widely used and nutritionally rich herbs in traditional herbal medicine. A gentle but effective liver and gallbladder tonic, digestive bitter, and natural diuretic — packed with vitamins, minerals, and prebiotic inulin. Sourced from Bulgaria. USDA Organic, certified by QAI, non-irradiated, kosher. Repackaged by SuperfoodsNZ into a convenient 100g resealable pack — approximately 22 servings — ideal for trying it out or occasional use.

What is dandelion root and what does it do?

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is one of the most familiar plants in the world — and one of the most underappreciated medicinal herbs. While most people know it as a garden weed, herbalists across virtually every traditional medicine system — European, Chinese, Ayurvedic, and Native American — have long recognised dandelion root as a valuable tonic herb with a remarkable range of benefits. Dandelion root is rich in bitter compounds (taraxacin and taraxacerin) that stimulate the production of bile and digestive enzymes, supporting healthy liver and gallbladder function and improving digestion. It is also a natural diuretic — supporting healthy kidney function and fluid balance — and is unusually rich in potassium, which helps replenish what is lost through increased urination. The root is also an excellent source of inulin — a prebiotic fibre that feeds beneficial gut bacteria and supports a healthy microbiome. Nutritionally, dandelion root contains vitamins A, C, K, and B-complex, along with minerals including iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc. It is one of the few herbs that is both a meaningful nutritional food and a therapeutic medicinal herb simultaneously.

Who is this for?

• Those wanting to try dandelion root for the first time before committing to a larger size
• Those wanting to support healthy liver and gallbladder function
• People wanting a gentle digestive bitter to support digestion and appetite
• Those wanting natural diuretic support for fluid balance and kidney health
• Anyone wanting to support a healthy gut microbiome with prebiotic inulin
• Those wanting a nutritionally rich herbal tea as part of a daily wellness routine
• Those making tinctures, decoctions, or herbal blends in smaller quantities

Key benefits

• Organic Taraxacum officinale root — cut and sifted — 4.5g per 2 tsp serving
• Liver and gallbladder tonic — stimulates bile production and supports detoxification
• Digestive bitter — supports healthy digestion and appetite
• Natural diuretic — supports kidney function and healthy fluid balance
• Rich in inulin — prebiotic fibre supporting a healthy gut microbiome
• Nutritionally rich — vitamins A, C, K, B-complex; iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc, potassium
• Gentle and well-tolerated — suitable for daily use
• Versatile — brew as a tea, decoction, or use in tinctures and herbal blends
• Sourced from Bulgaria
• USDA Organic, certified by QAI
• Non-irradiated, kosher certified
• 100% pure root — no fillers, no additives
• Repackaged from bulk by SuperfoodsNZ — same premium Frontier quality in a convenient 100g resealable pack
• 100g — approximately 22 servings at 2 tsp daily
• By Frontier Natural Products — trusted organic herbs since 1976

Supplement facts

Serving size: 2 tsp (4.5g) | Approximately 22 servings per 100g container

• Calories: 15
• Total Carbohydrate: 3g | 1% DV
• Dietary Fibre: 2g | 7% DV
• Total Sugars: <1g
• Protein: <1g
• Iron: 0.4mg | 2% DV
• Organic Dandelion Root (cut): 4.5g | Daily Value not established

Ingredients

Organic dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale), cut and sifted. Nothing else.

How to use

As a tea: Pour 240ml (8 oz) of boiling water over 2 tsp of dandelion root. Cover and steep for 3–5 minutes. Strain and enjoy.

As a decoction: Add 2 tsp of root to 2 cups of cold water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10–20 minutes. Strain and drink 1–2 cups daily.

As a tincture base: Use in standard tincture preparation with food-grade alcohol. Follow established herbal medicine protocols.

Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if taking medications (particularly diuretics, lithium, or blood thinners), have gallstones or bile duct obstruction, or have a known allergy to plants in the Asteraceae/daisy family.

About SuperfoodsNZ & Frontier Natural Products

SuperfoodsNZ repackages this premium Frontier Natural Products dandelion root into convenient 100g resealable packs for customers who want a smaller, more accessible size. The product inside is identical to the larger bulk bags — the same pure, certified organic, non-irradiated, kosher-certified cut and sifted dandelion root. Frontier Natural Products Co-op has been a trusted source of high-quality organic herbs and botanicals since 1976, committed to sustainable sourcing and delivering pure, unadulterated products you can trust.