IT`S NOT JUST A WEED 2 (The healing properties of greater burdock)

IT`S NOT JUST A WEED 2

(The healing properties of greater burdock)

Arctium lappa commonly known as greater burdock, happy major, edible burdock, beggar`s buttons, lappa, gobo, is a plant that belongs to the sunflower family.

This plant is usually found on meadows, fields and river banks and it is considered to be just weed. But greater burdock has very powerful healing properties.

o   It is the best plant for purifying the blood.

o   Helps with hair root regeneration and prevents hair loss (it is widely used in hair products).

o   The root from this plant can reduce high body temperature.

o   Can help with problems with kidney stones and urinary infections.

o   Can cure stomach, intestines and liver pain (also helps with bloating).

o   Helps with blood sugar and it is good for diabetics because the root from this plant contains insulin (consult with your doctor before use).

The use of the plant is common in traditional medicine. You can use the seeds, leaves and root of this plant.  

The root of greater burdock contains insulin, fatty acids, phosphoric acid, tannic acid and other organic acids. The seeds are used for making oil (for hair care). The leaves are used for tea.

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