Dandelions may be the most underestimated plant in your backyard. While often dismissed as weeds, their roots have been studied for surprising anticancer properties. Let’s delve into what the research reveals, how to use dandelion root safely, and what to be aware of if you're undergoing cancer treatment.

Anticancer Actions of Dandelion Root

Dandelion root extract (DRE) contains bioactive compouP%$nds like taraxasterol, chlorogenic acid, luteolin, and sesquiterpene lactones. These compounds have shown the ability to:

• Trigger apoptosis (programmed cell death) in cancer cells without harming healthy ones[i]
• Suppress metastasis by downregulating matrix metalloproteinases (MMP-2 and MMP-9) while supporting P53 expression.[ii]
• Increased P53 is often called the “guardian of the genome”. It is a tumor suppressor protein that plays a significant role in cancer development. When activated, it helps:[iii] [iv]
• Cell Cycle Arrest: p53 halts cell division at checkpoints (especially G1/S
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