August 2009 PMID 19678785

The diuretic effect in human subjects of an extract of Taraxacum officinale folium over a single day.

Bevin A Clare, Richard S Conroy, Kevin Spelman

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Peak: 2 in Jan 2023
across 5 sources since Apr 2020

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect moderate interest and engagement, with posts highlighting the study’s findings, such as increased urination after consuming the extract, and noting the research's potential implications. The tone varies from curiosity to cautious optimism, emphasizing the significance of the findings without overhyping them.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the potential diuretic effects shown in the study, indicating moderate agreement with the findings.

InterestModerate interest

The posts express some curiosity about the research, but the overall enthusiasm is modest, suggesting moderate interest in alternative remedies.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific study details, such as urination frequency increases, and mention the significance of the research, indicating a fair level of thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the study could influence alternative medicine practices, though the overall impact perception remains moderate, not yet transformative.

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Cristina Dragani
@CristinaDragani · X

The ethanolic extract of Taraxacum officinale (dandelion) has shown promise as a diuretic in humans. In fact, in a small study, there was a significant increase in frequency of urination following the intake of this extract. https://t.co/Qorz7eR9aw Photo courtesy: @massimo_tw

Jan 21, 2023 · 9 likes · 1 share · 10,845 followers View post →
JLP
@JLPisJLPisJLP · X

@adafarida Peer reviewed study in The Journal of Alternative & Complementary Medicine “The Diuretic Effect in Human Subjects of an Extract of Taraxacum officinale Folium over a Single Day by Bevin A. Clare,M.S., Richard S. Conroy,Ph.D., Kevin Spelman,Ph.D. (Cand.) https://t.co/Tw0E760tie

Apr 7, 2020 · 11,025 followers View post →

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CHSeaton
@COSseaton · X

RT @CristinaDragani: The ethanolic extract of Taraxacum officinale (dandelion) has shown promise as a diuretic in humans. In fact, in a sma…

Jan 21, 2023 · 1 share · 5,935 followers View post →
Cristina Dragani
@CristinaDragani · X

The ethanolic extract of Taraxacum officinale (dandelion) has shown promise as a diuretic in humans. In fact, in a small study, there was a significant increase in frequency of urination following the intake of this extract. https://t.co/Qorz7eR9aw Photo courtesy: @massimo_tw

Jan 21, 2023 · 9 likes · 1 share · 10,845 followers View post →
JLP
@JLPisJLPisJLP · X

@adafarida Peer reviewed study in The Journal of Alternative & Complementary Medicine “The Diuretic Effect in Human Subjects of an Extract of Taraxacum officinale Folium over a Single Day by Bevin A. Clare,M.S., Richard S. Conroy,Ph.D., Kevin Spelman,Ph.D. (Cand.) https://t.co/Tw0E760tie

Apr 7, 2020 · 11,025 followers View post →