Arctium lappa uses and benefits
Arctium lappa L. root is traditionally used in herbal remedies to treat tonsillitis, throat pain, arthritis, rashes, and various skin problems, and as a diuretic, diaphoretic, and blood purifier
Burdock contains inulin, a natural dietary fiber, and is also used to improve digestion. As a root vegetable, it possesses considerably stronger antioxidant activity than common vegetables and fruits. In fact, recent studies confirm that burdock has prebiotic properties that could improve health.
Burdock seed extract increases urine flow, kill germs, reduce fever and purify the blood. It is also used to treat colds, cancer, anorexia nervosa, gastrointestinal (GI) complaints, joint pain (rheumatism), gout, bladder infections, complications of syphilis, and skin conditions including acne and psoriasis.
Burdock seeds are known for their diuretic effect, may also play a part in the seeds helping with rashes and other skin conditions.
One possible mechanism is by increasing glomerular filtration. This involves filtering the blood through the kidneys, which may in turn help filter out compounds that increase white blood cell mobilization, which may irritate the skin. People may want to avoid taking this plant before sleep, due to this diuretic effect.
Burdock seeds are considered safe for internal and external use. But be forewarned, they are quite bitter tasting which may limit their use in some preparations.
Burdock root is a vegetable native to Northern Asia and Europe, though it now grows in the United States. The burdock plant’s deep roots are very long and vary in color from beige to brown and nearly black on the outside.
Burdock root has been used for centuries in holistic medicine to treat a variety of different conditions. Traditionally, it’s been most commonly used as a diuretic and a digestive aid
- It is said to be a “Blood purifier” to clear the bloodstream of toxins.
- Raw burdock root might act as a Diuretic to help eliminate excess water by increasing urine output.
- Certain cultures use this as Topical remedy for skin problems such as eczema, acne, and psoriasis.
Burdock root benefits
Burdock root has been shown to contain multiple types of powerful antioxidants, including quercetin, luteolin, and phenolic acids.
Antioxidants protect cells in the body from damage due to free radicals. They can help treat and prevent a number of different health conditions.
Antioxidants help to reduce inflammation. Burdock root reduced inflammatory markers in the blood of patients with osteoarthritis .
Removes toxins from the blood
Burdock root has been to purify the blood.
Burdock root may remove toxins from the bloodstream.
Burdock root effectively detoxifies blood and promotes increased circulation in the surface of the skin.
May inhibit some types of cancer
Burdock root, as it turns out, may not only purify the blood, but it may also inhibit certain types of cancer.
Burdock may have “potent inhibitory effects” on cancer growth caused by cancers like pancreatic carcinoma . Burdock root significantly interfered with cancer cell growth.
While more research is needed to determine the full effects of burdock on different types of cancers and tumors, this is still a remarkable finding.
May be an aphrodisiac
Burdock root is as an aphrodisiac. Burdock roothas an aphrodisiac effect. The extract enhances sexual function and may increase the amount of sexual behavior
Research is needed on humans, but anecdotal evidence supports this claim.
Help treat skin issues
Burdock root has also long been used to treat skin conditions like acne and eczema. The root’s anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties can help resolve skin issues when applied topically to the skin .
Burdock root may help treat topical burns .
