How to Make Dandelion Herbal Tinctures: Recipe and Uses

The dandelion root is commonly used to prepare tinctures. Tinctures are herbal medicines used to extend the life of the herb. Tinctures are prepared by extracting the medicinal benefits of the herb into alcohol. Dandelion root tincture can be used to treat the following health conditions:

Alcoholism
Bladder Infection
Brain Fog
Bronchitis
Cholesterol
Colds
Indegestion
Liver Ailments
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Breathing Problems
Osteoperosis
Menstrual Complications

Instructions

• 1

  Fresh or dried dandelion root can be used to prepare the tincture. Grind 1/2 cup of fresh dandelion root or 1/4 cup of dried dandelion root. You can use a food processor or a coffee grinder to grind dandelion root.

• 2

  Place the root in a sterile glass jar with a tight fitting lid.

• 3

  If you used fresh dandelion root, add 1 cup of vodka to the jar.
  If you used dried dandelion root, add 1/2 cup of vodka and 1/2 cup water to the jar.

• 4

  Cover the jar with the lid and shake well.

• 5

  Label with the contents and date of preparation.

• 6

  Shake the jar once a day for two weeks.

• 7

  After two weeks, strain the dandelion root from the herbal tincture.

• 8

  Place the herbal tincture in dark colored glass bottles with a dropper.

• 9

  Dandelion root tincture can be taken at the following adult dose:
  10 to 15 ml, 3-4 times per day.