Product Overview
Type: Herbal
Packaging: Bag
Origin: China
Description:
Burdock root tea has a long list of health benefits such as detoxifying the body, healing the liver, preventing chronic disease, reducing inflammation, boosting the immune system, healing respiratory infections, improving hair health and soothing stomach disorders.
This popular herbal tea scientifically known as is made by steeping the dried root of the burdock plant, which has the scientific name Arctium lappa. It has been in use for hundreds, if not thousands of years, as a traditional medicine in parts of Europe, Asia and North America. It is also cultivated in many areas due to the medicinal and nutritional properties of its roots, leaves, flowers and stems. Burdock root can also be cooked and eaten as a root vegetable, but similar nutritional properties can be gained when it is brewed into a tea. Most of the benefits of burdock root tea come from the significant levels of luteolin, quercetin and other antioxidants, as well as vitamin B6, folate, potassium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous, calcium and iron.
Burdock root tea is particularly beneficial if you want to treat high blood pressure, cold and flu, liver toxicity, arthritis, gout, headaches, chronic inflammation, hair loss, dandruff, indigestion, bronchitis, constipation, acid reflux disease, fever and edema. Some other best benefits offered by burdock tea are listed below:
Diuretic Effects
In traditional use, burdock root tea was commonly turned to for its diuretic and diaphoretic effects, meaning that it caused sweating and urination in people who drank it. This helped to purify the blood and detoxify the body, as sweating and urination are both ways for the body to expel excess toxins, salts and water, thereby relieving stress on the liver, lymphatic system and kidneys.
Heart Health
High potassium levels found in burdock root tea mean that this herbal beverage is excellent for heart health, as it can reduce strain on the cardiovascular system by lowering blood pressure. Potassium not only regulates the fluid balance in the body, but also acts as a vasodilator, helping to prevent atherosclerosis, heart attacks and strokes.
Immune System
Notable levels of vitamin C found in this root tea help to stimulate the immune system and the production of white blood cells, while also boosting collagen production and speeding the healing and recovery process following an illness.
Liver Function
A number of studies have shown that burdock root tea can help speed the regrowth process of liver cells following serious diseases, such as cirrhosis and hepatitis. The liver is a precious organ that can be easily damaged, making this brew very important to individuals with blood-borne diseases or alcohol-induced damage.
Hair Health
The phytosterols found in burdock root tea, as well as the essential oils in the root, can prevent hair loss and improve the health of the scalp and follicles, eliminating dandruff and other common issues.
Inflammation
In natural health traditions, burdock root tea was often recommended for people suffering from headaches, fever, aches, pains and joint disorders. This is due to the anti-inflammatory nature of this herbal tea, and people still turn to this brew for similar conditions. For those with gout, research has shown that the compounds in burdock root tea can decrease levels of uric acid in the blood, improving this condition.
Respiratory Issues
This herbal tea has both expectorant and decongestant properties, so if you’re suffering from a cough, cold or flu-like symptoms, a cup or two each day can help cut through the phlegm and mucus, while the antibacterial nature of the tea can attack the underlying infection to speed healing.
Brewing Guide: 8-10 burdock root strips, 2 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of organic honey or sugar, if desired.
Place the burdock root strips in a teapot. Bring the water up to a boil in a pot. Remove from heat for 2-3 minutes and then pour into the teapot. Allow the mixture to steep for 5-10 minutes. Pour the tea, add any natural sweeteners, and enjoy!
