Introduction: Dandelion, a seemingly ordinary plant, has a non-negligible position in the field of traditional Chinese medicine, it has always occupied the core position in the field of traditional Chinese medicine, in the concept of traditional Chinese medicine, dandelion contains unique anti-inflammatory ingredients, which makes it the main ingredient of various anti-inflammatory drugs.
Turning the page of history, we can find traces of dandelion in the ancient "Compendium of Materia Medica", which describes in detail the medicinal properties of dandelion, pointing out that it is flat, sweet and slightly bitter, and has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, reducing swelling and dispersing knots and promoting lactation, which makes dandelion play an important role in traditional Chinese medicine and brings hope to countless patients.
However, the recent labeling of dandelion as "anti-cancer" has attracted widespread attention, and in fact, dandelion's anti-cancer efficacy is not groundless.
Modern scientific research has conducted an in-depth analysis of the composition of dandelion, and found that it is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components, which have a certain inhibitory effect on the growth of cancer cells, and some people even claim that dandelion can eliminate 98% of cancer cells and eliminate nodules
Vitamins:Dandelion is rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E and a variety of B vitamins, especially vitamin K
Minerals:Dandelion is rich in potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, iron and other minerals, especially the high content of potassium, which helps to maintain electrolyte balance in the body;
Antioxidants:Dandelion is rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids, polyphenols, and vitamin C, which help fight free radical damage and protect cells from oxidative stress
Fiber:Dandelion is rich in dietary fiber, which helps promote digestive health, improve satiety, and prevent constipation and other digestive problems
Plant Compounds:Dandelion contains a variety of plant compounds, such as flavonoids, bitters, and pigments, which have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antitumor activities.
Traditional Chinese medicine once again shows its miraculous effectsDandelion can destroy 98% of cancer cells and eliminate nodulesThis statement comes from an experiment conducted by a Japanese university.
In the experiment, the researchers purified extracts from dandelion roots, placed them in the same environment as the cancer cells, and gave them the nutrients they needed to live.
After a period of observation, they were pleasantly surprised to find that there was a large area of cancer cell death, so they concluded that dandelion has a significant anti-cancer effect, which can destroy 98% of cancer cells in the body.
However, although the experiment was successful, its convincing power is debatable, and the dandelion extract used in the experiment is not the dandelion itself, so the consumption of dandelion alone cannot achieve the anti-cancer effect.
In addition, this experiment is only conducted in vivo and has not been verified by clinical trials or animal experiments, so its conclusions cannot be directly applied to humans, nor can it be used as a basis for clinical **.
In general, dandelion soaking in water can not fully play the anti-cancer effect, this statement lacks scientific theoretical support, so we can not easily believe it, I hope everyone can look at this information rationally and not be misled. 
Whether dandelion has the ability to dissolve nodules has long been controversial, although some claim that dandelion has a stabilizing effect in dissolving nodules, this view is not entirely true.
In fact, dandelion has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, and has a certain relieving effect on sore throat, boils and other problems caused by fire, however, for the nodules that have formed in the body, dandelion can not play a complete effect.
Therefore, we should not rely too much on the efficacy of dandelion, if there is a nodule problem in the body, we should do it as soon as possible to prevent the aggravation of the disease and reduce the risk of cancer, please note that dandelion can not fight cancer or dissipate nodules, we can not ignore the seriousness of the nodule problem. Although dandelion cannot directly dissipate nodules, drinking dandelion soaked water in moderation in daily life still has certain benefits for the body, in order to better understand the effect of dandelion, we need to further analyze its composition and efficacy. 
Diuretic detoxification
Dandelion has a diuretic effect, which helps to eliminate waste and toxins from the body and promotes the body's detoxification function.
Improves digestion
Dandelion stimulates gastric juice and bile secretion, aids in digestion of food and promotes intestinal peristalsis, relieving problems such as stomach upset, gas and constipation.
Anti-inflammatory effect
Dandelion is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components, which can reduce inflammation and help relieve discomfort caused by arthritis and other inflammations.
Boosts immunity
Dandelion is rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants, which help to strengthen the immune system, improve the body's resistance, and prevent colds and other diseases.
Improves liver function
Dandelion has the effect of protecting and repairing the liver, which can reduce the burden on the liver and improve liver function.
Promotes blood circulation
Dandelion is rich in vitamin K, which helps to enhance the elasticity of blood vessels, promote blood circulation, and prevent cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
People with allergies
Some people are allergic to dandelions, and will have symptoms such as itching, redness and swelling, and in severe cases, symptoms such as shortness of breath and chest tightness may occur.
For people with allergies, it is best to take an allergy test first, and if allergies are confirmed, contact with dandelions should be avoided.
Those with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold
Dandelion cold, for people with spleen and stomach deficiency, if used in large quantities for a long time, it may increase the burden on the spleen and stomach, resulting in diarrhea, indigestion and other symptoms.
Pregnant women
Dandelion has the effect of diuresis and swelling, and for pregnant women, if used in large quantities for a long time, it may affect the development of the fetus and even lead to miscarriage.
Children
Children's digestive system is relatively fragile, if a large amount of dandelion is used for a long time, it may cause diarrhea, indigestion and other symptoms, it is recommended that children should use dandelion under the guidance of a doctor.
Dosage of dandelion
Excessive dandelion intake may cause diarrhea, nausea and other uncomfortable symptoms, so it is necessary to drink dandelion water in moderation according to individual physique and needs.
Choose high-quality dandelions
High-quality dandelions have high medicinal value, and low-quality dandelions may contain pesticide residues and other harmful substances, posing a potential threat to health.
Pay attention to the method of soaking in water
The correct way to soak in water can maximize the medicinal effect of dandelion, you should wash the dandelion first, and then soak it in warm boiled water for 10 to 15 minutes before drinking.
Be wary of dandelion water
Although dandelion water is generally safe and reliable, some people may experience allergic reactions, and if allergy symptoms occur, they should stop drinking it immediately and seek help from a doctor.
Fresh dandelion is edible, it can be eaten as a vegetable, it is rich in nutritional value.
It can be mixed cold, stir-fried or made into soup, the taste is refreshing, the taste is slightly bitter, but the aftertaste is sweet, in some areas, people will also make tea and drink dandelion after drying it, which has a good health care effect.
However, it should be noted that dandelion is not suitable for everyone to eat, some people may experience allergic reactions, such as itching, difficulty breathing and other symptoms, before consuming dandelion, it is best to take an allergy test to ensure that there will be no adverse reactions.
Purslane
Purslane is also considered by some to have anti-cancer effects, but in fact, its anti-cancer effect has not been scientifically proven, purslane is indeed a nutritious wild vegetable, but it is not a substitute for regular anti-cancer**.
Gray cabbage
Grey cabbage is also regarded by some as an anti-cancer wild vegetable, but in fact it does not have anti-cancer effects, although gray cabbage contains some vitamins and minerals, but it does not fight cancer.