Burdock Root Tincture (Arctium Lappa) Apothecary Alternative Health
Specifications
| All Returns Accepted | ReturnsNotAccepted |
| Main Purpose | Anti Inflammatory |
| Administration | Oral |
| Type | Herbal Tincture |
| Formulation | Liquid |
| Features | Food Grade |
| Dosage | 40 drops in 2oz liquid |
1. It’s a powerhouse of antioxidantsBurdock root has been shown to contain multiple types of powerful antioxidants, including quercetin, luteolin, and phenolic acids (2). 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 can also help to reduce inflammation. One study found that burdock root reduced inflammatory markers in the blood of patients with osteoarthritis (3Trusted Source).2. It removes toxins from the bloodOne of the most common uses for burdock root has been to purify the blood. Recent evidence has found that burdock root contains active ingredients in its root system that can remove toxins from the bloodstream. Research also found that burdock root effectively detoxified blood and promoted increased circulation in the surface of the skin (1).3. It may inhibit some types of c a n c e rBurdock root, as it turns out, may not only purify the blood, but it may also inhibit certain types of c a n c e r. Research has also found that burdock had “potent inhibitory effects” on c a n c e r growth caused by cancers like pancreatic carcinoma (1). Another study found 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 (1, 3Trusted Source, 4Trusted Source, 5Trusted Source).4. It may be an aphrodisiacAnother possible use of burdock root is as an aphrodisiac. In a nonhuman study, it was found that the extract of burdock root had an aphrodisiac effect. The extract enhanced sexual function and increased the amount of sexual behavior in the male rats (6Trusted Source).5. It can help treat skin issuesBurdock 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 skinRecommended 40 drops in a glass of water.Consult your health care professional before use.