Burdock, also known as burdock ( Arctium lappa ), is a widespread herb. Famous herbalists, as well as the pharmaceutical industry, have long recognized the reptile as an effective natural remedy with prominent antidiabetic , anti-inflammatory and even anti-cancer properties. However, some contra-indications of the herb, which are also good to know, are also shown.
Repeat is a root crop. It grows high and reaches over a meter of height. Forms heart-shaped leaves and purple flowers similar to those of the white thorn . Bioactive properties, however, are associated primarily with the root of the reed . It is a well-known remedy in the folk medicine in our country.
As the root cause of the fungi of the burdock root is the high content of tannins , phytosterols and essential essential oils. They are associated with its strong antioxidant action as well as several other healthy reed qualities.
Impact on blood glucose and diabetes
Clinical trials on tissue samples show that burdock tinctures work well to normalize very high blood sugar levels. The only drawback is that the effect occurs slowly compared to standard treatment approaches.
Burdock root can be used for paws and compresses when treating sore wounds on the skin. It is given an outstanding antibacterial action to destroy the fine biofilm of bacteria on the infected areas of the skin. Clinical trials also show some activity on Escherichia coli in the treatment of urinary tract infections.
The ability of the burdock root to kill certain bacteria is the cause of the Chinese and alternative medicine as a whole to recommend the herb as a means of periodic detoxification of the body by purifying the blood. The diuretic effect of burdock root also stimulates the formation of urine and the elimination of toxins collected through the body.
Root burdock and extracts are used to make tea, powders, tinctures, etc. Clinical trials show that fermented burdock tinctures have the strongest effect .
Borage and lactating women, as well as people treated with diuretic or blood-thinning drugs , should be taken into account for burdock root because the herb may affect their effectiveness. Caution should also be taken by people with an increased allergic attitude because there is evidence that some of the bioactive substances in the relay act as allergens.