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	Burdock Root
		Burdock, a root native to Europe and Asia, is the main source for a variety of herbal preparations.
		Burdock has been used as remedy for both fevers and colds, urinary tract infections, and rheumatism, although clinical evidence of its effectiveness for treating these conditions is lacking.
		Burdock root has been described as "alternative" and a "blood purifier." The burdock root was believed to clear toxins from the bloodstream.
	www.nutrasanus.com /burdock.html (610 words)

	Burdock - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The burdocks are sometimes confused with the cockleburs (genus Xanthium) and rhubarb (genus Rheum).
		Burdock is believed to be a galactagogue, a substance that increases lactation.
		Folk herbalists consider dried burdock to be a diuretic, diaphoretic, and a blood purifying agent.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Burdock (865 words)

	Burdock
		Burdock root has been traditionally used as a "blood purifier" to clear the bloodstream of toxins, as a diuretic to promote the excretion of urine, and as a topical remedy to relieve skin problems.
		Burdock has alternate (meaning that the leaves grow on both sides of the stem at alternating levels), wavy, heart-shaped leaves that are green on the top and whitish on the bottom.
		Burdock can be purchased as a dried root powder, decoction (liquid made by boiling down the herb in water), tincture (a solution of the herb in alcohol, or water and alcohol), or fluid extract.
	www.umm.edu /altmed/ConsHerbs/Burdockch.html (1242 words)

	Burdock Root Information on Healthline
		Burdock has a deep primary root producing a large rosette of basal leaves in the first year that may grow as large as 1.5 ft (0.45 m) long and nearly as wide.
		Burdock has been recently shown to have significant antibacterial and anticandidal activity, which helps to explain its place in folk medicine as a treatment for various infectious diseases.
		Burdock root is harvested from the first-year plant in the early fall.
	www.healthline.com /galecontent/burdock-root (1120 words)

	Dandelion and burdock - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Dandelion and burdock is a traditional British flavoured soft drink tasting of liquorice with a pungent aftertaste.
		Traditionally it is made from fermented dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) and burdock (Arctium lappa) roots, and is naturally fizzy.
		Dandelion and Burdock shares a historical origin with a number of drinks originally made from lightly fermented root extracts, such as root beer and sarsaparilla.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dandelion_and_burdock (234 words)

	Burdock (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Burdock seeds are crushed to make a popular tincture used to purify the blood and as a traditional liver tonic.
		The volatile oils of burdock seed are said to be an effective diaphoretic, used to inducing sweating as an aid in neutralizing and eliminating toxins from the body.
		Burdock is an effective diuretic and is considered a very safe herb and food product, though there have been cases where the purity of the burdock root has raised some concern.
	www.symmcorp.com /info/burdock.htm (344 words)

	Burdock
		Commercial samples of burdock are prone to adulteration with the root of belladonna, or deadly nightshade (Atropa belladonna L.).
		Burdock is an effective remedy for bacterial and fungal infections and to help re-establish normal bacteria in the gut.
		Burdock also stimulates the digestion and aids the liver, and in China is a remedy for constipation.
	www.herbs2000.com /herbs/herbs_burdock.htm (1589 words)

	Common Burdock - J Doll and J Doll
		A study on the germination of common burdock was done by mixing fresh seeds with a shallow layer of soil.
		Common burdock is found in places where the soil is not disturbed; therefore, it is not commonly found in cultivated areas.
		As common burdock is found in such diverse areas, it is no surprise that it is spreading and in some areas it is listed as an invasive species.
	ipcm.wisc.edu /uw_weeds/extension/articles/comburdock.htm (2050 words)

	Burdock Root
		Burdock, a root native to Europe and Asia, is the main source for a variety of herbal preparations.
		Burdock has been used as remedy for both fevers and colds, urinary tract infections, and rheumatism, although clinical evidence of its effectiveness for treating these conditions is lacking.
		Burdock root has been described as "alternative" and a "blood purifier." The burdock root was believed to clear toxins from the bloodstream.
	nutrasanus.com /burdock.html (593 words)

	Burdock
		Burdock root has been traditionally used as a "blood purifier" to clear the bloodstream of toxins and as a topical remedy to relieve skin problems.
		Burdock is also used in treating dry and scaly skin disorders such as psoriasis, dandruff, and eczema, particularly when they are caused by a general systemic imbalance.
		Burdock root is rich in vitamins, B-complex, E and P. It also contains, in high amounts, chromium, cobalt, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, silicon, zinc, sodium and potassium.
	www.pikeherb.com /burdock.htm (191 words)

	Burdock Seed Organic 1.50$ per pack.
		Burdock is a biennial, producing a massive rosette of leaves in the first year, then completing its life cycle by flowering (large, purple thistle-like flowers) and making burdock seed in the second year.
		Spring-sown burdock will find its way into summer vegetable soup, and the leaf may be picked as needed for poulticing or tea as soon as it reaches sufficient size.
		As a food, burdock root is eaten as a medicinal vegetable, cooked by steaming or used as an ingredient in stir-fry.
	www.horizonherbs.com /burdock-seed.html (1046 words)

	burdock
		Burdock is also used for skin conditions that result in dry and scaly skin, such as psoriasis and eczema.
		The polyacetylenes in burdock inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi.
		Burdock also contains copper, iron, manganese, sulfur, biotin, zinc, iron, amino acids, mucilage, and vitamins B1, B6, B12, and E. Make a Decoction (Burdock tea): place l teaspoonful of the root into a cup of water, bring to boil and simmer for l0-l5 minutes.
	www.geocities.com /opossummoon/burdock.html (837 words)

	Burdock - Health
		Burdock is native to Asia and Europe, but has the potential to grow in a variety of geographical regions and soil conditions.
		Although burdock grows wild and thrives throughout the United States, it is not native in the U.S. as it was first introduced by early settlers and adopted by native American Indians for their gardens.
		Preparations of burdock root are used for ailments and complaints of the gastrointestinal tract, gout, arthritis, as a diaphoretic and diuretic, as well as for "blood purifying," and externally for ichthyosis, psoriasis, impure skin, and skin diseases.
	www.zooscape.com /cgi-bin/maitred/ZooRide/fountainheadgreen/questt100143/critiquet100143/trait101976 (1745 words)

	MedlinePlus Herbs and Supplements: Burdock (Arctium lappa)
		Burdock fruit has been found to cause hypoglycemia in animals, and preliminary human studies have examined the efficacy of burdock root in diabetes.
		Burdock has been used as a diuretic (to increase urine flow), with preparations made from powdered burdock seeds as a yellow product called oil of lappa.
		Burdock has been associated with diuretic effects (increasing urine flow) in one human report, and in theory may cause excess fluid loss (dehydration) or electrolyte imbalances (for example, changes in potassium or sodium levels in the blood).
	www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-burdock.html (1860 words)

	Burdock (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		As in most of the uses of Burdock, small frequent doses are the best method here, as well as lower potencies homeopathically, and it is most effective if the prolapse is recent or from childbirthing.
		Burdock root used as a hair rinse promotes scalp and hair health.
		Burdock is rich in vitamins and iron, and was originally brought to North America as a food crop.
	www.christiantribes.org /herbs/burdock.htm (756 words)

	You Too Can Be A Burdock Convertock
		The burdock plant, with its crown of burrs and long narrow root which extends as far as three feet down, is a member of the thistle family, growing in damp soil in fields and pastures all over North America and England.
		Not having a container that could be used both on the stove and in the oven, I brought the rice mixture to a boil in a regular pot and then transferred it to a Pyrex baking dish, using a Pyrex pan as a makeshift lid, which worked fine.
		This recipe was easy like the others, though with a longer unsupervised cooking time; the burdock root here was soft enough for a toddler to eat but by the time dinner was ready, she was asleep.
	www.moscowfood.coop /archive/burdock.html (1116 words)

	* The Herbal Nexus * BURDOCK
		Burdock will do most of the work itself, assuming your climate is appropriate, as it is through much of the temperate United States.
		Burdock species have been used for cancer in places as diverse as Belgium, Chile, China, Italy, and Canada.
		Great burdock did not affect the parameters of glucose homeostasis in a 28-day study on mice, whereas a couple of other traditional treatments from folklore did exhibit some effect in this study.
	www.rootgrafix.com /herbalnexus/h_burdoc.htm (623 words)

	Commonly-Used Herbs
		The burdock is a member of the thistle family and is a common pasture weed throughout North America that prefers damp soils.
		Parts of the Burdock plant are eaten in China, Hawaii and among the Native American cultures of this continent.
		Burdock root contains vitamins B complex and E. Trace minerals are potassium, phosphorous, chromium, cobalt, iron, magnesium, silicon, zinc and sodium.
	theherbs.info /herbs.html (1392 words)

	Burdock
		Burdock is a strong liver purifying and hormone balancing herb with particular value for skin, arthritic, and glandular problems.
		Burdock is an excellent blood purifier and cleanser and eliminates long-term impurities from the blood very rapidly.
		Inulin, the source of most of Burdock's curative powers,consists of 27% to 45% inulin which is a form of starch important in the metabolism of carbohydrates.
	www.infertilityworkshop.com /newsletter/november2001/herb.htm (469 words)

	Herbal Descriptions - Burdock Root - Arctium lappa (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Historically, Burdock seeds have been crushed to make a popular tincture used to purify the blood, to treat gout and ulcers, arthritis, rheumatism, and help with skin conditions such as acne and psoriasis.
		Burdock is typically available in combination with other herbs as a tea, in tinctures, and in capsule form.
		Burdock is an effective diuretic, and is considered a very safe herb and food product, though there have been cases where the purity of the root has raised some concern.
	www.alternative-medicines.com /herbdesc/1burdock.htm (878 words)

	Burdock
		Burdock is a close relative to such herbal stars as echinacea, dandelion, and feverfew, but of late does not seem to share much of the limelight.
		The seeds have a history of use as a strengthener of the respiratory system.3 The young greens and stalk are still eaten throughout Europe as a delicious and nutritious pot-herb, which a modern nutritional analysis shows to be a good idea.
		Although burdock is often overlooked in favor of brighter stars like ginkgo, ginseng, and echinacea, the future hopefully won't pave a way to burdock's door--but rather make peaceful paths through the woods to ask its favors.
	www.christopherhobbs.com /website/library/articles/article_files/burdock_01.html (945 words)

	Message Board: Supply Burdock Root Extract (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Burdock Root is one of the foremost cleansing herbs, providing nourishing support for the blood, the liver, and the natural defense system.
		Medicinally, Burdock Root has been used both internally and externally for eczema and psoriasis, as well as to treat painful joints and as a diuretic.
		Burdock Root (and the fruit) also have the ability to mildly lower blood sugar (hypoglycemic effect).
	www.aiada.org /forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=364&get=last (452 words)

	Burdock
		Burdock is an herb, a member of the thistle family.
		Burdock is also used to treat skin disorders such as boils, acne, abscesses, and dandruff.
		Burdock is also said to neutralize and eliminate poisons in the system.
	www.greatvistachemicals.com /herbal-supplements/burdock.html (657 words)

	Burdock - Drugs & Vitamins - Drug Library - DrugDigest
		Burdock leaf preparations may be taken by mouth or applied to the skin to treat skin conditions.
		Burdock root appears to be safe, even when consumed in large amounts as a vegetable.
		Be aware, however, that burdock root closely resembles the roots of belladonna and deadly nightshade, two poisonous plants that may grow in the same areas as burdock.
	www.drugdigest.org /DD/PrintablePages/herbMonograph/0,11475,552471,00.html (1633 words)

	Burdock (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Several animal and test tubes studies have also suggested an anti-inflammatory effect of unknown compounds in burdock root or seeds, including an ability to inhibit the potent inflammation-causing chemical platelet activating factor.
		Many herbal preparations combine burdock root with other alterative “blood cleansing” herbs, such as yellow dock, red clover, or cleavers.
		There is one published case report of a severe allergic reaction, apparently due to burdock itself.
	www.kroger.com /hn/Herb/Burdock.htm (748 words)

	Burdock -- Arctium lappa L.
		Although burdock grows wild and thrives throughout the United States, it is not native.
		The flavor of burdock varies with conditions, but is similar to the taste of Jerusalem artichokes, scorzonera, or parsnips.
		Wild American burdock is very bitter and must be cooked in a manner to remove the bitterness.
	edis.ifas.ufl.edu /MV035 (732 words)

	URBAN HERBS: Burdock
		Burdock root was a key component in a medicine used by Meskwaki women during labor (Lewis 1977, Duke 2001).
		Burdock root, called gobo, is commonly eaten in Japan, where burdock root is used in a manner similar to carrots.
		Burdock is still used as an anti-cancer agent; it is a part of the Essiac herbal mixture widely sold as a cancer treatment.
	www.georgetown.edu /departments/physiology/cam/urbanherbs/burdock.htm (616 words)

	Burdock for Gout Relief
		Burdock is an excellent blood purifier which helps prevent gout and kidney stones and reduces swelling and deposits in joints and knuckles.
		From 1930-1950, Burdock was used as an ingredient in alternative cancer treatments.
		Burdock is the king of the blood purifiers and is one of the strongest Blood Purifier known to mankind.
	www.femhealth.com /Burdock.html (360 words)

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