Burdock root

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Burdock root (Arctium lappa) is used as a food and as a medicine. The plant grows about 3 feet tall. It has purple flowers and huge leaves. Parts which can be used are roots, leaves and seeds (mainly the roots).

Burdock root benefits

As a medicine, burdock root is used as a remedy for gout, rheumatism. However, to most herbalist this herb is known as an excellent blood cleansing herb. Burdock also cleanse the liver, kidneys, bowel (it has a laxative property). Burdock is especially good for eliminating acids in alleviating the symptoms of arthritis.

Burdock leaves and root can be used for internal and external use. As it has antimicrobial action burdock is good externally for skin disorders such as acne, boils, psoriasis and or eczema.

Please note:

• When using roots, roots are boiled first in water and then eaten. The water is then drunk as a cure for syphilis.
• Fresh leaves can be used in stimulating purification of the liver.
• Burdock can lower blood sugar levels-people with hypo-gluceima should use this herb with extra caution.

Did you know: burdock has been also used to ward off negativity, once cast around the home.

Key words: Burdock root, Arctium lappa, Blood cleansing herb.