A certified organic single herb tincture of Burdock Root (Arctium lappa).

Burdock ignites the body's natural detoxification processes and assists in eliminating harmful toxins from the body.*

Ingredients: certified organic alcohol, distilled water & certified organic burdock root.

Region: Grown in Southern Oregon.

• Burdock root liquid extract
  
• Herbal supplement
• Certified organic
• Gluten free
• Non GMO
• Rapidly absorbed
  
  The Ra Herbals line focuses exclusively on single-herb extracts from Southern Oregon. These tinctures are extracted using a slow, cold-process method practiced by herbalists for thousands of years.  We only use certified organic or wildcrafted medicinal herbs in our products. All our products are manufactured in the USA by hard working people who truly care about what they do. This shines through in the quality of our products.
   
  Recommended Useage: Shake well before use. Place 1 serving under the tongue for 1 minute then swallow. Work with your healthcare provider to determine daily maximum and duration. 
  
  Caution: Keep out of reach of children.
  
  *These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. They are not intended to treat, cure or prevent any disease

• Made in: United States

• Ingredients: Certified organic sugar cane alcohol, distilled water, and organic burdock root.

• Weight: 2.72 oz (77.2 g)

  Burdock Root (Articum lappa)

  Family: Asteraceae
  
  Part Used: Root, Seed, Leaves
  
  Flavor/Aroma: Bitter, Sweet
  
  Energetics: Cooling; Moistening

  
  Herbal Actions: 

  Anti inflammatory, Hepatoprotective, Carminative, Nutritive, Alterative, Diuretic, Gastroprotective, Mucosal Tonic, Cholagogue  

  Overview:

  Burdock best known for its ability to gently aid in digestion, supplying a nutrient dense source of vitamins and minerals, and for supporting the body's inflammatory response. It has been used in traditional remedies and as a wild food by ancient and modern civilizations alike. Burdock is a nutritive botanical that is easily adapted into most wellness routines.

  

  Botany:

  Burdock grows as a biennial plant that produces pinkish purple flowers in the summer to fall months, and has large, hairy leaves. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is now adapted for the North American and Australian climates.

  Cultivation and Harvesting:

  Burdock has been cultivated in places like China, Indonesia, New Zealand, and the United States for medicinal and culinary uses. The root is best harvested in the fall months, after the flowers have bloomed for the season; the seeds can also be harvested in the post flowering stage.

  Southern Oregon Cultivation:

  Burdock is regularly found throughout the United States, as well as here in Southern Oregon. It thrives in the wild along riverbanks although stands of Burdock can be found in a variety of land types, such as rocky soiled lots and in open fields.

  History and Folklore:

  Traditional Chinese Medicine Uses: Burdock has been used for those with excess circulating heat- or Yang, and was used to support inflammatory skin conditions, especially those associated with the lungs or stomach. It has been used to cool the mucosal lining of the gastrointestinal tract and to support digestive functions. A decoction of the seeds was used as a strong diuretic.²

  American Indian Uses: Burdock was used by the Malecite, Micman, Ojibwa, and Menominee topically and internally for skin health; Iriquois would dry the root to store and eat during the winter months. 

  Other Historical Uses: Burdock has been used to treat bouts of scurvy by providing high levels of nutrients. It was also dried and worn as an amulet to protect against negative energy and spirits. 

  Modern Applications:

  Burdock root is indicated for those with inflammatory skin conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis and acute or chronic irritations, by increasing the blood circulation to the integumentary cells. It is also indicated as being a supportive blood-purifier, for systemic pain relief ³, and for gently promoting the production and flow of bile.¹

  Uses and Preparations:

  Dried Herb Tea Preparation: 

  Brew 2 grams of dried root in 8 oz of water.

  Using a reusable tea bag or tea ball, immerse the loose dried herbs into boiling water and allow to steep for 5-10 minutes, preferably covered, in order to release the maximum amount of herbal goodness. Some herbal tea can carry a strong flavor. We recommend organic honey as a sweetener which preserves the beneficial herbal compounds. 

  Tincture: 
  

  Take 2-4 mL up to three times per day.

  Some herbal tinctures can have a strong flavor on their own. Adding your tincture to a glass of 6-8oz of water is one easy way to help, should you wish to dilute the flavor.  

  Recommended Usage:
  

  It is important to remember that some bodies may react differently than others when using herbal products. Our recommended usage amounts are designed to be an average dosage only. If you have specific concerns about the usage amount or interaction with other medication, please consult with your doctor or health care practitioner prior to using our products.