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Burdock
(Arctium lappa)
Other
names: Lappa.
Fox's Clote. Thorny Burr. Beggar's
Buttons. Cockle Buttons. Love Leaves.
Philanthropium. Personata. Happy Major.
Clot-Bur
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Medicinally
There
is considerable evidence in the scientific
literature that burdock root tea is a powerful
anti-inflammatory remedy. Its numerous
antioxidants protect the liver from toxic
chemicals, allowing it to process the body's
naturally occurring steroids which is helpful in
achieving hormonal balance. A mildly bitter herb,
it stimulates the release of gastric juices and
aids digestion. This combination of qualities
explains its traditional use in treating acne,
eczema, endometriosis, psoriasis, and uterine
fibroids. The tea can also be used as a wash to
treat skin infections, eczema, and psoriasis.
History
Medieval
German herbalists used the burdock herb for
treating intestinal problems, and joint and
bone issues. The Germans were the first to
use burdock to treat cancerous tumors
The
burdock herb is a traditional medicinal plant and
dried burdock root was used extensively in Europe,
India and China to treat respiratory disorders,
abscesses, joint pain, urinary problems, as well
as to overcome serious health problems by
stimulating cell regeneration.
American
herbalists have used burdock roots and burdock
seeds as a blood purifier and pain reliever for
more than two centuries.
Documented
history indicates that the burdock herb was
used during the 14th century in an attempt to
treat leprosy. In Japan, burdock root is called
“Gobo” and is eaten as a vegetable; it is part
of their regular diet. Burdock is famous in Japan
for its multiple healing properties. burdock
roots are also fondly called poor-man's
potatoes.
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Burdock root C/O
(Arctium lappa)
Origin-
USA 
Burdock
is a blood cleanser and an excellent toxin
eliminator for the liver. Burdock contains
insulin and taken as a tea lowers blood
sugar and is beneficial to the spleen,
pancreas and liver. More...
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