Organic Dandelion Root Extract 10:1 | 240 Capsules | Vit4ever

Organic Dandelion Root Extract by Vit4ever

Dandelion root is the underground part of a plant that most people only know as a yellow flower in the lawn. Vit4ever processes the root into a concentrated 10:1 extract in plant-based capsules. Each daily dose of 3 capsules provides 1500 mg of organic dandelion root extract, obtained from organically grown Taraxacum officinale. Convenient for those who prefer not to use the root as a tea or tincture, yet want to dose it in a consistent way.

What a 10:1 extract actually means

A 10:1 ratio sounds technical, but the idea behind it is simple. Ten kilos of fresh dandelion root are needed to make one kilo of extract. The water disappears during the process, the plant substances remain in concentrated form. Because of this, a substantial amount of dandelion root fits in a normal-sized capsule, instead of having to weigh out grams of dried root and brew it yourself. Vit4ever deliberately chooses this extract form because it makes the dosage predictable: you know exactly how much extract you get per capsule. Many people wonder whether an extract then works weaker or stronger than the raw root. In short: it is not a matter of stronger, but of more compact. The same plant substances are in it, only in a smaller volume.

What dandelion root is traditionally used for

Dandelion has been used in herbal tradition for centuries. In Dutch, you may know it mainly as a yellow flower on every lawn, while the root has been used in herbal contexts for centuries. What many people do not know: both the leaf and the root are used, but they differ in composition. The root contains inulin, among other things, a fiber substance, and has a bitter taste. Traditionally, bitter plants were used around the meal. Dandelion root can contribute to normal digestion.*

Bitter substances and inulin: two plant substances in the root

What distinguishes dandelion root from many other herbs is the bitterness. That bitter taste comes from sesquiterpene lactones, substances that are naturally in the root. Bitter substances have been used around the meal for generations, think of a drink before eating or bitter herbs in traditional cuisines. The difference is that with a capsule you do not taste the bitter taste, but you do get the substance inside. For people who do not like the taste of dandelion tea, that is a practical advantage, although the taste is part of the ritual for some enthusiasts. In addition to bitter substances, dandelion root also naturally contains inulin, a type of fiber that is not broken down by your own digestive enzymes. The amount of inulin in the root varies per season: roots harvested in the autumn usually contain more inulin than roots harvested in the spring.

Pure and organic, without unnecessary extras

The formula of Vit4ever consists of two parts: the organic dandelion root extract 10:1 itself and a capsule shell of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, a plant-based substance that serves as an alternative to animal gelatin. There are no artificial colorings, aromas, or combined herb mixtures in it. That makes this product suitable for those who are specifically looking for dandelion root alone, without other ingredients being included that dilute the dosage of the main substance. The label thus shows exactly what you use: one plant, one extract, one clear dosage per day. And because the root is organically grown, you do not have to think about pesticides that are sometimes used in common cultivation.

Organic dandelion root extract by Vit4ever is therefore a targeted choice for those who have an interest in this traditional root, packaged in a form that easily fits into a daily routine. With 240 capsules per package and 3 capsules as a daily portion, you will last a long time without having to reorder often. This way you keep a clear overview of what you get inside, day in day out, without hassle with loose herbs or self-brewed tea.

*Health claim pending European approval.