Dried Burdock Root
Burdock Root is said to strengthen and cleanse "the entire system".
Burdock has been long used as a traditional folk treatment as a blood purifier. It promotes perspiration and the release of toxins from the body.
Burdock Root is also said to be helpful in clearing up skin conditions such as psoriasis and dry, scaly eczema. It works best when used over a period of time. The bitter properties of
Burdock Root also stimulate bile secretions making it a good digestive herb and liver remedy.
Burdock's anti-microbial and fungistatic properties make it popular for the treatment of boils, canker sores, carbuncles, measles, and sties. It will help restore friendly bacteria in the system after antibiotic use, and may bring relief in cases of chronic arthritis and gout.
Burdock may also help reduce blood sugar levels.
In medieval times,
Burdock Root was used for the treatment of syphilis and leprosy. Hildegard of Bingen, a twelfth century German abbess, considered
Burdock a valuable remedy for cancerous tumors.
Herbalists in other cultures and times, including the Americas, China, India, and Russia have turned to the root of this familiar herb for a folk treatment of cancer. The oil of
Burdock, known as repeinoe maslo, used over a period of six to eight months, was said to help stimulate the growth of new hair. A drink prepared with aged wine and fine-shredded, fresh
Burdock leaves was taken after the bite of a mad dog. A poultice of the fresh leaf, applied to the forehead was used to relieve headache. Shredded leaves were also combined with an egg white, beaten until stiff, and the mixture was applied to burns to speed healing.
As with any herb or supplement, a physician should be consulted prior to use.
Also available:
Great Burdock Seeds
Common Burdock Seeds
