A University of Windsor study, published in Oncotarget, found that dandelion root extract (DRE) destroyed over 95% of colorectal cancer cells in lab conditions within 48 hours.

Led by Dr. Siyaram Pandey, the research showed DRE triggers multiple cell death pathways, targeting cancer cells while sparing healthy ones—a rarity in chemotherapy.

With its low toxicity and natural source, DRE is gaining attention as a potential plant-based cancer therapy. However, these results are from preclinical tests, not human trials, and Pandey cautions that it doesn’t guarantee a cure in 48 hours.