Burdock root – a helper in curing any disease
The burdock is often taken for a weed, which is incorrect. Burdock (also named as bur) is a graminaceous weed plant of an aster family, with wide leaves and thorns. However, not many people know how useful this plant is.
All parts of burdock possess healing qualities. However, most of the time, its root is used for the treatment of different disease.
Burdock root is reach in different microelements. Due to that, it has found a wide usage in medicine, phytotherapy, gynecology and cosmetology.
Burdock root contains numerous useful components and has a unique chemical composition:
- Vitamins (A, B, E, C);
- Proteins;
- Minerals (calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, selenium);
- Natural amino acids;
- Essential oils;
- Alkaloids;
- Tannins.
Due to its “reach” composition, the burdock root possesses the following healing properties:
- Anti-inflammatory;
- Anesthetic;
- Antibacterial;
- Disinfecting;
- Anti-fungal.
Burdock root extract is widely used in medicine for a complex treatment of different skin diseases, such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, lupus, etc. Mostly used feet, hands, body baths or as wash with burdock root infusion.
Burdock root does not have any contra indications in general. However, people with an allergic reaction to composite plants, should consult a doctor before using medications with burdock root.
Contains burdock root
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