Burdock is widely known as one of the best herbs for supporting the liver + kidneys, and because of this, it is especially used by herbalists for restoring healthy skin. The root provides deep nourishment, is considered a food and may be used for prolonged periods of time to gently assist the body in riding itself of "toxic waste". It is wonderful to be used long term for chronic illnesses. It has also been famously used for people with cancer for at least a hundred years. It was a main herb in the two famous cancer formulas from the 1920s: Essiac and the Hoxsey formula.
And a few fun facts…
Burdock is a common ingredient in root beer recipes!
The tenacious burrs that bloom on the plants cling to everything they brush against. They were the inspiration for Velcro hook and loop fasteners.
OVERVIEW
Burdock is an Alterative herb; Alteratives are herbs that gradually restore the proper function of the body and increase health and vitality. Alteratives also improve the body’s ability to eliminate waste through the kidneys, liver, lungs, or skin, and are said to purify or cleanse the blood.
Burdock is considered a “bitter”, which in herbalism, this action simply means that it stimulates secretions of the digestive tract and helps stimulate liver secretions assisting the skin and helping the body to process more efficiently. It is a gentle detoxifier and works as a nutritive to support the bodies natural rhythm.
It acts as a Prebiotic; It contains 45% inulin, an undigested starch that gut flora love to eat that provides a happy and healthy balance within the gut. It is especially beneficial for people using probiotics, and after the use of antibiotics.
Burdock Root helps to protect the liver and can help stimulate bile production, helping the liver flush away toxins with more speed and ease.
Benefits the following skin conditions: rashes such as eczema & psoriasis, acute skin infections such as boils, acne. It promotes natural skin health and glow!
Helps to decrease inflammation throughout the body.
Enhances immune system function.
Exhibits activity against tumors, and has a strong potential to be developed as an anticancer therapeutic.
HOW IT WORKS WITH THE BODY
Use caution or consult with doctor in history of bleeding disorder, hypoglycemia, pregnancy & lactation, and in diabetes as may have a lowering effect on blood sugar.
CAUTIONS
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