Botanical
Burdock Root (Arctium lappa)
Also known as: Arctium lappa, Gobo, Beggar's buttons
C
Evidence
Traditional blood cleanser and liver support herb with prebiotic fiber and gentle detoxification properties.
Primary uses
- Blood cleansing
- Skin health
- Liver support
- Prebiotic
How it works
- Contains inulin prebiotic fiber
- Supports liver function
- Traditional blood purifier
- Gentle detoxification support
Dosage
- Typical range
- 500-1000mg extract or 2-3 cups tea daily
- Timing
- Any time
- With food
- Either way
- Duration
- Long-term use traditional
- Special populations
- Those seeking skin and gentle detox support
Forms
- Root extract
- Dried root tea
- Fresh root
Safety
Common side effects
- Rare: GI upset
- Allergic reactions (daisy family)
Contraindications
- Daisy family allergy
- Pregnancy (uterine stimulant historically)
Evidence notes
Traditional use, limited clinical research
Grade C: Mostly observational or small trials; mechanism is plausible but unproven at scale.
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