Burdock Root (sifted)
Burdock Root
Burdock root is a powerhouse of antioxidants that helps reduce inflammation. It removes toxins from the blood. It may inhibit some types of cancer through it’s “potent inhibitory effects” on the growth of cancerous tumors. It’s also an aphrodisiac. It can help treat skin issues like acne, psoriasis, and eczema. The anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties of the root can help resolve skin issues when it’s applied topically to the skin. Burdock promotes Kidney health, improves the lymphatic system, rheumatism, gout, GI Tract, stomach ailments, constipation, and catarrh.
Forms and doses
There are a number of different forms of burdock root available. These include:
- burdock tea
- fresh burdock root
- dried root powder
- burdock oil or burdock extract
Burdock root can be consumed safely in moderation, and you can safely drink one cup of burdock tea a day.