5 Reasons to Drink Dandelion Tea

Dandelion tea can strengthen your immune system and prevent sugar spikes during the night.  However, always consult with you doctor before drinking it.

Written and verified by psychologist Valeria Sabater.

Last update: 27 May, 2022

If you’re a fan of natural remedies, you’ve probably already tried a dandelion tea after eating a meal to aid your digestion. In this article, we’re going to suggest something different. It’s also very healthy to drink this tea right before going to bed. We’ll give you 5 good reasons why.

For many people, dandelion is a bothersome weed that invades the cracks in sidewalks and pavements. However, in reality, we should appreciate it’s abundance and the powerful benefits it offers us. Dandelion is one of the most wonderful medicinal plants that we have available.

1.  Dandelion tea for liver and kidney health

Your liver is one of your most active organs during sleep. Once you fall asleep, basic processes to purify the body, metabolize enzymes, and absorb vitamins all take place here.

This “internal laboratory” needs two basic things during these last hours of the day:

• Our evening meal shouldn’t be heavy.

• It shouldn’t include excess fat.

The liver likes foods rich in antioxidants. Therefore, dandelion tea contributes to your liver functions.

At the same time, we shouldn’t forget that this plant is a great diuretic, and helps your kidneys eliminate waste such as salt and water through your urine.

Likewise, dandelion prevents the growth of microbes in the urinary system and regulates sodium and potassium in your body.

2. Avoid sugar spikes during the night

The level of sugar in the blood tends to balance a few hours after each meal. Nevertheless, for some people, especially diabetics, sugar levels tend to spike at night.

This characteristic is known as “the dawn phenomenon“. This happens due to the activity of certain hormones such as cortisone or epinephrine, which can provoke these sudden spikes.

This can also happen due to other reasons such as forgetting to take medication or not having eaten enough for your evening meal.

Something as simple as drinking dandelion tea at night can thwart this strange phenomenon that’s common for some individuals.

3. Dandelion combats inflammation

Dandelion contains essential fatty acids, antioxidants such as beta carotene. It’s also rich in vitamin C, potassium, iron, calcium magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, and vitamin D.

This sensational cocktail of nutrients acts as a sufficient agent to treat internal inflammation like arthritis and osteoarthritis.

If you experience the feeling of pins and needles in your hands, cramps in your feet or the classic joint pain, be sure to drink this fantastic infusion before going to bed at night.

4. Say goodbye to constipation

If there’s a key time to go to the bathroom, it would be in the morning.

A normal bowel movement tends to occur in the first few hours of the day.  This is the perfect time to clean out with regularity and start out your workday right.

To do this, there’s nothing better than a simple remedy capable of stimulating intestinal movement after a night’s sleep. Dandelion is the answer.

Dandelion is rich in fiber and capable of preventing multiple gastrointestinal problems. Besides reducing stomach pain, it helps prevent the classic intestinal gas.

All of that will give you a relaxing sleep and you’ll wake up ready to use the bathroom.

5. Strengthen your immune system while you sleep

There are many studies that support the great properties of dandelion for building up our immune system. Its bitter taste gives us a clue as to it benefits.

Combining the purifying action with its high content of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients, it helps our body avoid toxins. At the same time, it also acts as a more intense way to elevate our defenses.
In conclusion, something as pleasant as drinking a warm infusion of dandelion can help us immensely at the end of the day.
Nonetheless, remember that dandelion tea isn’t recommended for pregnant women, people with gall bladder problems or those with a tendency to suffer from kidney stones.
Talk to a doctor about any questions you may have before drinking it regularly.