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Orange Naturals Dandelion Tincture | 100mL

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Serving2 mL, 3 times per day
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About this item

  • ACTS AS A GENTLE DIURETIC: Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a diuretic - for occasional use to help increase the amount of urine.
  • HELPS INCREASE THE FLOW OF BILE: Used in Herbal Medicine as a choleretic to help increase bile flow.
  • STIMULATES THE APPETITE: Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help stimulate the appetite.
  • HELPS TREAT DIGESTIVE DISTURBANCES: Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve digestive troubles, such as upset stomach and indigestion.
  • HELPS RELIEVE DERMATOLOGICAL CONDITIONS: Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as an alterative to help relieve dermatological conditions, such as eczema.
  • MADE IN CANADA, LICENSED BY HEALTH CANADA: Made from organic dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale), 1:4 extract, and licensed under NPN 80030892.

Product Description

Dandelion Tincture - Traditional Diuretic & Digestive Support

Orange Naturals Dandelion Tincture

Orange Naturals Dandelion Tincture delivers 250 mg of organic Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale) per mL, extracted at a 1:4 ratio in a base of grain alcohol and purified water. Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a diuretic and to help relieve dermatological conditions such as eczema, Dandelion root is also traditionally used to help increase bile flow, stimulate the appetite and relieve digestive disturbances. This 100 mL naturopathic tincture is licensed as a Natural Health Product. Licensed Natural Health Product NPN 80030892.

Teinture de Pissenlit d'Orange Naturals offre 250 mg de Pissenlit biologique (racine, Taraxacum officinale) par mL, extrait selon un ratio de 1:4 dans une base d'alcool de grain et d'eau purifiée. Utilisé traditionnellement en phytothérapie comme diurétique et pour aider à soulager les affections cutanées telles que l'eczéma, le Pissenlit est également utilisé traditionnellement pour aider à augmenter l'écoulement de la bile, stimuler l'appétit et soulager les troubles digestifs. Cette teinture naturopathique de 100 mL est homologuée comme produit de santé naturel. NPN 80030892.

Dandelion Tincture lifestyle
Orange Naturals Dandelion Tincture
250 mg Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale) per mL · 1:4 Extract

A Traditional Root, Modern Tincture Format

250 mg Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale), 1:4 extract - fast-absorbing liquid format, 2 mL 3 times daily

250 mg Dandelion per mL

Each mL delivers a full 250 mg dose of organic Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale), extracted at a 1:4 ratio - take 2 mL, 3 times per day.

Fast-Absorbing Tincture Format

As a liquid tincture, Dandelion can begin absorbing in the mouth, offering a fast-acting alternative to capsules or tablets.

Advanced Ingredients, Superior Results

Taraxacum officinale (Dandelion) is one of the most widely used roots in traditional herbal medicine, explored for its role in diuretic activity, liver health, digestive health and general antioxidant activity. Here is what the wider research explores.

Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale)

A traditional root long used as a gentle diuretic and digestive bitter, studied for its role in liver health, antioxidant activity and metabolic support.

250 mg per mL, 1:4 extract

Orange Naturals Dandelion Tincture: Supplement Facts

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English

Each mL contains:

  • Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale), 1:4 extract250 mg

Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Non-medicinal ingredients: 40% grain alcohol, purified water.

Recommended Use or Purpose: Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a diuretic and as an alterative to help relieve dermatological conditions, such as eczema. Also traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help increase bile flow, stimulate the appetite and relieve digestive disturbances.

Recommended Dose (Adults): Take 2 mL, 3 times per day. For occasional use only as a diuretic.

Cautions and Warnings: Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use if you have liver or gallbladder disorders or a bowel obstruction. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if you develop symptoms of liver trouble. Consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Keep out of reach of children.

Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than what is shown on our website. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. This item is sold and shipped by Amazon.ca.

Français

Chaque mL contient :

  • Pissenlit (racine, Taraxacum officinale), extrait 1:4250 mg

Ingrédients non médicinaux : Ingrédients non médicinaux : Alcool de grain à 40 %, eau purifiée.

Usage ou fins recommandés : Utilisé traditionnellement en phytothérapie comme diurétique et comme altératif pour aider à soulager les affections cutanées, tel l'eczéma. Également utilisé traditionnellement en phytothérapie pour aider à augmenter l'écoulement de la bile, stimuler l'appétit et soulager les troubles digestifs.

Posologie recommandée (adultes) : Prendre 2 mL, 3 fois par jour. Pour usage occasionnel seulement en tant que diurétique.

Mises en garde : Consulter un praticien de la santé avant d'en faire l'usage si vous êtes enceinte ou allaitez. Ne pas utiliser en cas de troubles hépatiques ou biliaires, ou d'obstruction intestinale. Cesser l'usage et consulter un praticien de la santé si des symptômes de troubles hépatiques se manifestent. Consulter un praticien de la santé si les symptômes persistent ou s'aggravent. Garder hors de la portée des enfants.

NPN 80030892

250 mg Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale) per mL, 1:4 Extract100 mL (3.38 fl oz) Dropper BottleTraditionally Used in Herbal Medicine as a DiureticUsed to Help Relieve Dermatological Conditions Such as Eczema

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Why Orange Naturals Dandelion Tincture

250 mg of Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale) per mL, 1:4 extract - a traditional root in a fast-absorbing tincture format.

250 mg Dandelion per mL

Each mL delivers a full 250 mg dose of organic Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale), extracted at a 1:4 ratio.

Traditionally used as a diuretic

Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a diuretic and to help relieve dermatological conditions such as eczema.

Fast-absorbing liquid tincture

Take 2 mL, 3 times per day - a fast-acting alternative to capsules.

Made in Canada, Health Canada licensed

Formulated by Orange Naturals and licensed as a Natural Health Product. NPN 80030892.

Inside every mL

250 mg Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale), 1:4 extract, per mL - take 2 mL, 3 times per day. Non-medicinal ingredients: 40% grain alcohol and purified water.

Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale) 250 mg per mL, 1:4 extract

How to use it

Take 2 mL, 3 times daily

Adults: take 2 mL, 3 times per day. For occasional use only as a diuretic.

Use the dropper for accurate dosing

Each 100 mL bottle is designed for precise, drop-by-drop dosing directly into the mouth or in a small amount of water.

Do not use if you have liver, gallbladder or bowel issues

Do not use if you have liver or gallbladder disorders or a bowel obstruction. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if you develop symptoms of liver trouble.

What the research says about Dandelion

Educational summaries of published research on Taraxacum officinale generally; not product-specific claims. Orange Naturals Dandelion Tincture's own authorized use under NPN 80030892 is that it is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a diuretic and to help relieve dermatological conditions such as eczema.

Diuretic Effect (Human & Mechanistic Studies)

A human pilot study found dandelion leaf extract increased urination frequency and volume within hours

In a small pilot study, 17 adult volunteers took a fresh-leaf hydroethanolic dandelion extract three times over one day. Urination frequency rose significantly in the 5 hours after the first dose, and the ratio of urine output to fluid intake rose significantly after the second dose. The researchers concluded this was the first human evidence supporting dandelion's traditional reputation as a diuretic, though they called for larger follow-up studies.

Human Pilot Study (n=17)
Clare, Conroy & Spelman, Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (2009)
Diuretic Effect (Human & Mechanistic Studies)

A 2026 crossover trial found no extra diuretic effect from dandelion root powder beyond drinking water alone

Fourteen physically active adults drank a litre of water with or without dandelion root capsules in a crossover design. Cumulative urine output over 4 hours was nearly identical between the two conditions, with no statistically significant difference. The authors concluded that under this dose, form and cohort, dandelion did not add measurable diuretic effect on top of water loading, and called for further study of other doses and forms.

Human RCT (n=14)
Gavin, Caulfield & Egan, International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism (2026)
Diuretic Effect (Human & Mechanistic Studies)

Lab research identified a kidney channel that dandelion root extract may act on to promote diuresis

Using kidney cells grown in the lab, researchers found that dandelion root extract inhibited the ClC-Ka chloride channel, a transporter involved in the kidney's ability to concentrate urine, an effect that depended on activation of protein kinase C inside the cells. This offers a possible cellular explanation for dandelion's traditional diuretic use, though it was tested in isolated cells, not whole animals or humans.

Preclinical Study (in vitro)
Gerbino et al., Scientific Reports (2020)
Liver Health & Hepatoprotection

A 2025 review found consistent evidence that dandelion protects the liver in animal models of toxic injury

This narrative review compiled preclinical studies testing dandelion extracts against liver damage caused by alcohol, carbon tetrachloride and acetaminophen. Across these animal models, dandelion's compounds, especially taraxasterol, repeatedly reduced markers of liver injury by calming oxidative stress and inflammation. The authors noted that while the preclinical picture is promising, clinical trials in humans are still needed to confirm safety and effective dosing.

Review
Herrera Vielma et al., Pharmaceuticals (2025)
Liver Health & Hepatoprotection

Purified dandelion root polysaccharides protected mouse liver cells from drug-induced injury

Researchers isolated two polysaccharides from dandelion root and tested them in a mouse model of acetaminophen-induced liver damage. Both compounds activated the Nrf2-Keap1 pathway, a cellular defense system, and reduced liver injury from the drug overdose. The authors suggested dandelion root polysaccharides could have potential as a natural liver-protective ingredient, based on this animal-model evidence.

Preclinical Study (mouse)
Cai, Wan, Yi & Luan, Molecules (2017)
Liver Health & Hepatoprotection

Dandelion root extract reduced liver injury markers in rats with severe experimental liver failure

In rats given a chemically induced model of acute-on-chronic liver failure, three doses of ethanolic dandelion root extract lowered blood markers of liver and kidney damage and reduced oxidative stress compared to untreated animals. Liver tissue examined under the microscope also showed less injury in the treated groups, with effects broadly comparable to silymarin, a reference liver-protective compound, in this rat model.

Preclinical Study (rat)
Pfingstgraf et al., Antioxidants (2021)
Antioxidant & Phytochemistry

Lab testing found meaningful antioxidant differences among five wild Taraxacum species

Researchers compared the antioxidant and cell-based antiproliferative activity of five related Taraxacum (dandelion-type) species using free-radical scavenging assays and cell culture. One species was best at lowering reactive oxygen species inside cells, while a different species was the strongest free-radical scavenger in the test tube, illustrating that antioxidant potency can vary meaningfully by species and extraction method.

Preclinical Study (in vitro)
Mingarro et al., Food & Function (2015)
Antioxidant & Phytochemistry

A comprehensive 2024 review catalogued the specific plant compounds behind dandelion's antioxidant reputation

This review of dandelion's botany, traditional use and pharmacology identified key bioactive constituents including chicoric acid, chlorogenic acid, taraxasterol, isorhamnetin and luteolin. The authors linked these compounds to laboratory-demonstrated antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial activity, drawing on both classical Chinese medical texts and modern pharmacological studies.

Review
Wu et al., Pharmaceuticals (2024)
Antioxidant & Phytochemistry

Chemical analysis pinpointed the specific polyphenols giving dandelion its antioxidant activity

Using HPLC chemical analysis, researchers identified chicoric, caftaric, chlorogenic and caffeic acids as the dominant antioxidant compounds in dandelion leaf and root extracts, with levels varying by growing conditions. In cell-based experiments, extracts richest in these polyphenols reduced oxidative stress markers in hypothalamic cells without causing toxicity, though the work was not conducted in humans.

Preclinical Study (in vitro/mouse)
Masciulli et al., Food & Function (2025)
Metabolic & Glycemic Health

Dandelion leaf extract reduced fatty liver and insulin resistance in mice on a high-fat diet

Mice fed a high-fat diet alongside dandelion leaf extract accumulated significantly less fat in the liver than mice on the high-fat diet alone. The extract also lowered triglycerides, cholesterol, fasting glucose and a standard marker of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR), apparently by activating the AMPK energy-sensing pathway.

Preclinical Study (mouse)
Davaatseren et al., Food and Chemical Toxicology (2013)
Metabolic & Glycemic Health

A 12-week human trial of a dandelion-containing herbal blend improved blood sugar and cholesterol in type 2 diabetes

One hundred three people with type 2 diabetes took a multi-herb composition that included dandelion alongside their usual medications for 12 weeks. HbA1c dropped 22%, fasting blood glucose fell 37% and triglycerides fell 40%, with good tolerability. Because this was a multi-ingredient formula rather than dandelion alone, the improvement can't be attributed to dandelion specifically, but it demonstrates real-world human evidence for this class of herbal blend.

Human Trial (n=103)
Chatterji & Fogel, Integrative Medicine Research (2018)
Metabolic & Glycemic Health

A review found dandelion extracts may help lower insulin resistance and blood lipids based on prior lab studies

This review examined published research on dandelion, chicory and mulberry extracts for managing diabetes and related liver and cardiovascular conditions. Across the studies reviewed, dandelion leaf and root extracts were reported to decrease insulin resistance and suppress total triglyceride and cholesterol levels in laboratory and animal experiments.

Review
Ignat, Coldea, Salanta & Mudura, Plants (2021)
Anti-Inflammatory Mechanisms

Dandelion extract blocked inflammatory signaling in human blood vessel cells exposed to bacterial toxin

When human umbilical vein endothelial cells were exposed to a bacterial toxin (LPS) that triggers vascular inflammation, pretreatment with a dandelion methanol extract reduced the resulting immune cell adhesion and inflammatory protein production, working by suppressing activation of NF-kB, a master switch for inflammation. This was a cell-culture study, not a human trial.

Preclinical Study (human cell line)
Jeon, Kim & Kim, BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine (2017)
Anti-Inflammatory Mechanisms

Two flavonoids in dandelion were shown to switch off two separate inflammatory signaling pathways

Researchers isolated luteolin and apigenin from Taraxacum mongolicum and tested them in inflammation assays. Both compounds strongly reduced nitric oxide production, a marker of inflammation, with luteolin acting through both the NF-kB and MAPK pathways and apigenin acting mainly through NF-kB. Molecular modeling showed both compounds could bind stably to inflammation-related enzymes.

Preclinical Study (in vitro)
Huang, Li & Chen, Antioxidants (2026)
Anti-Inflammatory Mechanisms

A polysaccharide isolated from dandelion root activated immune-signaling pathways in macrophage cells

Scientists extracted polysaccharide fractions from the root of Taraxacum platycarpum, a dandelion species used in Korean traditional medicine, and tested them on mouse macrophage cells. The polysaccharides activated NF-kB and MAPK signaling pathways through specific immune receptors, stimulating an immune response, and were proposed as candidates for further development as immune-modulating agents.

Preclinical Study (in vitro)
Talapphet et al., Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2021)
Digestive Health & Gut Microbiota

A review compiled evidence that dandelion may support digestive health across several conditions

This review gathered research on dandelion's traditional and laboratory-demonstrated effects on the digestive tract, including dyspepsia, gastritis and inflammatory bowel conditions. Compounds such as taraxasterol, chicoric acid, chlorogenic acid and inulin were linked to anti-inflammatory and protective actions on the gut lining, based on the preclinical studies reviewed, though the authors noted more clinical research is still needed.

Review
Li, Chen & Sun-Waterhouse, Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2022)
Digestive Health & Gut Microbiota

Dandelion extract eased colitis in mice by rebalancing gut bacteria and repairing the intestinal lining

In mice with chemically induced ulcerative colitis, dandelion extract reduced weight loss and inflammatory markers while restoring gut-barrier proteins that colitis normally depletes. The treatment also shifted the gut microbiota composition, increasing beneficial bacterial groups and reducing harmful ones, alongside higher levels of beneficial short-chain fatty acids.

Preclinical Study (mouse)
Fu, Chen, Xu, Hua & Ye, Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology (2026)
Digestive Health & Gut Microbiota

Dandelion greens are recognized among emerging plant-based prebiotics that feed beneficial gut bacteria

This review of plant-derived prebiotics discussed how non-digestible plant compounds, including those in dandelion greens, can be fermented by beneficial gut bacteria into short-chain fatty acids that support digestive and metabolic health, placing dandelion alongside foods like chicory, garlic and oats as an emerging source of prebiotic fiber.

Review
Kaur et al., Biomolecules (2021)
Preclinical Anticancer Research

Dandelion root extract selectively triggered cell death in human leukemia cells while sparing healthy blood cells

Researchers exposed cultured human leukemia (Jurkat) cells to an aqueous dandelion root extract and observed dose- and time-dependent programmed cell death, triggered through activation of caspase-8. Healthy human blood cells exposed to the same extract under identical conditions were not significantly affected, an early finding that helped launch further research into dandelion root extract's selective activity, though it has not been tested in humans.

Preclinical Study (human cell line)
Ovadje, Chatterjee, Griffin, Tran, Hamm & Pandey, Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2010)
Preclinical Anticancer Research

Dandelion root extract slowed colon tumor growth by more than 90% in a mouse model

In laboratory experiments, aqueous dandelion root extract killed over 95% of cultured colon cancer cells within 48 hours by activating multiple internal cell-death pathways. When given orally to mice carrying human colon tumor grafts, the same extract slowed tumor growth by more than 90% compared to untreated mice, leading researchers to propose it as a potential non-toxic complement to existing colorectal cancer treatments.

Preclinical Study (mouse xenograft)
Ovadje, Ammar, Guerrero, Arnason & Pandey, Oncotarget (2016)
Preclinical Anticancer Research

Dandelion root extract induced cell death in pancreatic cancer cells resistant to standard treatment

Two aggressive, treatment-resistant pancreatic cancer cell lines were exposed to aqueous dandelion root extract in the lab, triggering both apoptosis and autophagy (two distinct cell-death processes) in a dose- and time-dependent way, while leaving normal human fibroblasts largely unaffected. The authors highlighted this selectivity as encouraging given pancreatic cancer's poor prognosis, though this remains laboratory-stage research.

Preclinical Study (human cell line)
Ovadje, Chochkeh, Akbari-Asl, Hamm & Pandey, Pancreas (2012)
Traditional Use & Safety

A 2026 systematic review confirmed dandelion's long history of traditional use and a favorable safety profile

This systematic review traced dandelion's medicinal use back to 7th-century Chinese medicine and its adoption in European folk medicine since the Middle Ages, where it has traditionally served as a diuretic, laxative, anti-inflammatory and digestive aid. Drawing on toxicological studies published through 2025, the authors reported that Taraxacum officinale and several related species show a favorable safety profile.

Systematic Review
Cui, Wang, Yu, Liu & Zhang, Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2026)
Traditional Use & Safety

A field survey found dandelion is still the most commonly used wild food-medicine plant in parts of rural Italy

Researchers interviewed 39 people retaining traditional local plant knowledge in the Bologna region of Italy about wild food plants still gathered and used today. Taraxacum officinale had the highest cultural-importance score of any plant surveyed, traditionally used as a depurative, blood-cleansing, diuretic and laxative food, illustrating its continued everyday use across generations.

Ethnobotanical Field Survey
Sansanelli & Tassoni, Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine (2014)
Traditional Use & Safety

A review of over a century of Italian records found dandelion consistently cited for digestive and diuretic health uses

This review compiled Italian folk-medicine literature on food plants from 1877 to 2012, cross-checking traditional beliefs against published pharmacological research. Taraxacum officinale was among the most frequently cited plants, traditionally used as a laxative, diuretic, digestive aid and mild hypoglycemic food, uses the authors found broadly consistent with modern phytochemical findings.

Review
Guarrera & Savo, Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2013)

Frequently asked questions

What is Orange Naturals Dandelion Tincture and what does it do?

It's a liquid tincture providing 250 mg of Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale), 1:4 extract, per mL. Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a diuretic and to help relieve dermatological conditions such as eczema.

How do I take it?

Adults take 2 mL, 3 times per day. For occasional use only as a diuretic.

Who should not use this product?

Do not use if you have liver or gallbladder disorders or a bowel obstruction. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if you develop symptoms of liver trouble.

What is Dandelion traditionally used for?

Dandelion root is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a diuretic, to help increase bile flow, stimulate the appetite, relieve digestive disturbances, and help relieve dermatological conditions such as eczema.

What are the non-medicinal ingredients?

40% grain alcohol and purified water.

How much is in one bottle?

Each bottle contains 100 mL (3.38 fl oz) of tincture.

Is this a Health Canada licensed product?

Yes - it is licensed as a Natural Health Product under NPN 80030892.

Where do I buy it?

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250 mg Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale) per mL, 1:4 Extract100 mL (3.38 fl oz) Dropper BottleTraditionally Used in Herbal Medicine as a DiureticUsed to Help Relieve Dermatological Conditions Such as Eczema

Support digestion and gentle detox with Dandelion

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Natural Health Product NPN 80030892. Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a diuretic and to help relieve dermatological conditions such as eczema. Do not use if you have liver or gallbladder disorders or a bowel obstruction. Consult a healthcare practitioner if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The research summaries on this page concern dandelion generally and are educational - they are not additional product-specific claims beyond this product's Health Canada-authorized use. Read and follow the label. Results may vary.

Important information

Safety Information

Cautions and Warnings: Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use if you have liver or gallbladder disorders or a bowel obstruction. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if you develop symptoms of liver trouble. Consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Keep out of reach of children.

Indications

Recommended Use or Purpose: Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a diuretic and as an alterative to help relieve dermatological conditions, such as eczema. Also traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help increase bile flow, stimulate the appetite and relieve digestive disturbances.

Ingredients

Medicinal Ingredients (each mL contains): Dandelion (root, Taraxacum officinale), 1:4 extract, 250 mg (0.25 g DHE). Non-medicinal Ingredients: 40% grain alcohol, purified water.

Directions

Recommended Dose (Adults): Take 2 mL, 3 times per day. For occasional use only as a diuretic.

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