Latin: Atrium lappa
Parts used: Primarily roots, also leaves
Flavors: Bitter, sweet, pungent
Energetics: Neutral, drying, moistening
Actions: Alterative, diuretic, diaphoretic, bitter tonic, pre-biotic, slightly laxative, nutritive tonic, lumphagogue
Affinities: Liver/Gallbladder, digestive system, kidneys, blood, lymphatic system, skin, nervous system, reproductive system,
Burdock root is a blood-purifying and nutritive herb that has been used for centuries to support skin health, digestion, and gentle systemic cleansing. It is a cooling and drying herb that stimulates elimination while and has a special affinity for the liver, kidneys and lymphatic system, clearing metabolic waste.
Burdock root has traditionally been used for chronic dry, scaly, or inflammatory skin issues such as eczema, acne, and psoriasis, based on the theory that supporting the liver and elimination pathways keep toxins from pushing out through the skin. It is high in the soluble prebiotic fiber, inulin, which feeds beneficial gut bacteria and supports smooth digestion. Additionally, it acts as a mild diuretic, helping flush excess water, uric acid, and metabolic byproducts through the kidneys. Burdock root is rich in phenolic acids that neutralize free radicals and help manage joint and systemic inflammation.
Support for healthy, balanced hormones during menopausal years*