Taraxacum officinale (leaf)
The leaf specifically — a potent natural diuretic rich in potassium (unlike pharmaceutical diuretics which deplete it). Also a nutritive spring green.
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May interact with diuretics, lithium, diabetes meds, blood thinners.
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Very safe. Increased urination. Contact dermatitis from sap.
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