December 2011 PMID 22168277

Anti-influenza virus effect of aqueous extracts from dandelion.

Wen He, Huamin Han, Wei Wang, Bin Gao

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Discussions highlight the promising antiviral effects of dandelion extract, exemplified by mentions of its traditional use, its comparison to Tamiflu, and suggestions to gather dandelions from farms. The tone suggests cautious interest and curiosity about natural alternatives, with some posts exploring its broader potential for flu and COVID-19 treatment.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions seem to accept the antiviral potential of dandelion extract, with some references to its traditional and possible clinical uses.

InterestModerate interest

The group shows moderate curiosity, with mentions of natural remedies and comparisons to pharmaceuticals like Tamiflu.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants link the findings to practical applications, such as collecting dandelions or considering it in treatment, indicating a decent level of engagement.

ImpactNeutral impact

While acknowledging potential, many posts do not express strong assertions about its efficacy, reflecting cautious optimism rather than definitive impact.

Abstract in brief

The study investigated the antiviral effects of aqueous dandelion extract against human influenza A virus (types APR834 and WSN H1N1), finding that it effectively inhibited viral infection and replication in cell cultures without harming the cells.
It demonstrated that the extract blocks the virus's ability to replicate by inhibiting its polymerase activity and reducing viral nucleoprotein RNA levels.
These findings suggest that certain components in dandelion have potential as natural antiviral agents, building on its traditional use in Chinese medicine and with no reported adverse effects at effective doses.]

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Gerard Hough

@GerardHough · X

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Christopher Schulz

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Frontier Farms

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@LasVegasLocally Drop by the farm and grab some dandelions. https://t.co/ggg9qRf4hr

Jan 19, 2024 · 75 followers View post →

Science Journal Z

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RT @gerard26563: Anti-influenza virus effect of aqueous extracts from dandelion https://t.co/eKNJ52h7FP

Nov 1, 2023 · 1 share · 301 followers View post →

Alex Frigino

@probodywork · X

Anti-influenza virus effect of aqueous extracts from #dandelion - PubMed https://t.co/q8X0ZjErUI

Dec 22, 2021 · 831 followers View post →

Cherry

@starrddust · X

Dandelion extract compared to tamiflu for treating the flu https://t.co/1e1yFxGFa1 https://t.co/0axSwELAiq

Oct 16, 2021 · 2 likes · 336 followers View post →

Citizen Observer

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RT @defiunicorn: 7) Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale): https://t.co/zQizQKy5Ht

Aug 23, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,180 followers View post →

Phloxyrock

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RT @defiunicorn: 7) Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale): https://t.co/zQizQKy5Ht

Aug 23, 2021 · 2 shares · 455 followers View post →

Citizen Observer

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7) Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale): https://t.co/zQizQKy5Ht

Aug 23, 2021 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 1,180 followers View post →

Mysterious Fizz

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@MaidelK https://t.co/OUI6tydyNZ a bonus article discussing its effect to fight flu virus' and even discussing it's usefulness toward covid infection before the vaccine became available.

Aug 4, 2021 · 672 followers View post →

Rich

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Jul 2, 2021 · 2 likes · 8,076 followers View post →

Ger

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Anti-influenza virus effect of aqueous extracts from dandelion https://t.co/eKNJ52h7FP

Jul 1, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 769 followers View post →

Granny Goodwitch

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Anti-influenza virus effect of aqueous extracts from dandelion. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/HDeoHGNfZb

Feb 27, 2020 · 669 followers View post →

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@SilkeLeFay · X

. Dandelion extract may inhibit replication of influenza virus. https://t.co/jS3tioerjz . https://t.co/YIhqZRfTFs

Jun 29, 2019 · 4,580 followers View post →