Burdock Root
Arctium lappa
| Botanical Name |
Arctium lappa |
| Common Name |
Burdock root |
| Parts Used |
Root |
| Historical |
Purifies blood, restores liver and
gallbladder functions, stimulates the immune system |
| How to use |
poultice, liquid extract, decoction,
capsules |
| Combinations |
milk thistle, yellow dock |
Burdock root is an
interesting herbs as it has shown to be beneficial in
treatment of: Allergies, Herpes, Obesity Hypoglycemia,
Kidney problems, Liver problems, Lymphatic congestion, ,
Skin disorders, Swelling, Infection, Colds, and
Constipation. Burdock roots ability to neutralize most
poisons, relieving both the kidney and lymphatic
system. Burdock seeds and roots may be useful in
treating a variety of skin conditions, including acne and
dryness, especially when these problems are due to the
Standard American Diet (lacking in nutrition diet),
constipation, or liver burden. The liver plays an important
role in removing impurities from the blood, producing bile
to digest fats, metabolizing hormones, and accumulation of
excess carbohydrates.
Safety / Caution
Pregnant women also should not use this burdock, as it is
said to cause uterine contractions.
References
Healthy Healing by Linda Page
The Little Herb Encyclopedia by Jack Ritchason
The New Age Herbalist by Richard Mabey
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