Dandelion root is an amazing herb that helps reduce inflammation, regulate hormones, and detoxifies the liver. Adding dandelion root tea to your diet regularly can also help reduce water retention and improve digestion. You can make dandelion tea with the leaves or the flowers but you get the most benefits with the roots.

I have been making this tea for years and it is actually one of my favorite remedies for my Rheumatism. It is soothing and helps with pain and swelling in my fingers. I make mine plain but some people enjoy theirs with milk or cream. I’ve tried it with almond milk a few times and it’s delicious.

Note: dandelion root can have side effects especially to those with allergies. You also want to avoid this herb if you are on certain medications so make sure to read below. Also, this post contains an affiliate link through which I earn commissions.

How Does Dandelion Root Tea Help With Inflammation

Dandelion root is rich in antioxidants that help fight inflammation. When combined with other anti-inflammatory ingredients like ginger and cinnamon, it helps inflammatory markers like C-Reactive Protein. Here is a breakdown of how each ingredient in this tea works.

Dandelion root – contains a potent antioxidant called taraxasterol which significantly helps reduce inflammation especially for those with rheumatoid arthritis. Other studies also show that dandelion root can reduce oxidative stress and detox the liver.

Ginger – contains 2 powerful compounds called 6-gingerol and 6-shogaol. Both work by stopping the production of inflammatory compounds and blocking key inflammatory pathways in the body. 

Cinnamon – has a ton of antioxidants, like polyphenols, which are substances that can prevent or slow cell damage. Some of its antioxidants are so strong that cinnamon can sometimes be used as a natural food preservative. Adding cinnamon to your tea can boost antioxidant levels in your blood as well as lower inflammation markers.

Lemon Juice – adds flavor and vitamin C to your tea which is great for boosting the immune system and reducing oxidative stress. 

Honey – especially raw honey, not only adds sweetness to your tea but it also neutralizes free radicals that lead to oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.

Anti Inflammatory Dandelion Root Tea Recipe

Ingredients for 1 serving | Total time: 10 minutes

• 1 1/2 cup of water
• 2 teaspoons of dandelion root (or 1 dandelion root tea bag)
• 1 Ceylon cinnamon stick
• 1 inch ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon of raw honey
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (fresh)

How To Make Dandelion Root Tea

Place the dandelion root, water, ginger, and cinnamon stick into a saucepan and let it come to a boil. Lower the heat, cover and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes. Strain the tea into a teacup and stir in the lemon juice and honey. Drink twice daily to reduce inflammation.

Dandelion Root Tea Nutrition

This dandelion root tea has | 89calories | 0.4g total fat | 0.4g saturated fat | 0mg cholesterol | 15mg sodium | 21.3g total carbs | 2.6g dietary fiber | 18.3g total sugars | 0.5g protein | 15mg calcium | 0mg iron | 73mg potassium | These facts are based on a 2000-calorie diet.

Storage

I highly recommend drinking this dandelion root tea right away as soon as you make it to get all of its benefits. However, you can store it in a flask for a few hours.

Variations

You can add other anti inflammatory ingredients to this dandelion root tea such as turmeric, and black pepper. I sometimes add in some almond milk for extra calcium, vitamin D & E. 

Who Should Not Drink Dandelion Root Tea

You should avoid dandelion root tea if you are allergic to ragweed, daisies, marigolds, or chrysanthemums as drinking it may trigger an allergic reaction. 

You also want to avoid dandelion root tea if you are taking blood thinning medications, diuretics, or lithium.

Where To Get Dandelion Root?

Well, I get mine from amazon during the winter when I don’t have leftovers from my spring or summer batch. If you can find some in your area, simply wash and scrub the roots, dehydrate it by letting it dry in the sun daily for 3-14 days or until brittle.

You can also dry the dandelion root in the oven at 200f for up to 90 minutes. Make sure to store the roots in an airtight glass jar or sealed bags in a cool, dark place and it will last through winter.

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Conclusion

Now you know how to make your own anti inflammatory dandelion root tea at home. I really hope you try this tea recipe and if you do, please let me know how it went in the comments below. You can also find me on Pinterest and Facebook for more helpful natural remedies and wellness tips.