has anyone tried or heard of this?

[rockinrobyn]

Next we have Burdock Root.....another excellent
tonic herb, burdock is used as both a preventative and medicinal plant.
Being one of the best herbs for the skin, it can be used both internally and externally for psoriasis,
acne, and eczema.
Burdock root is specific to the liver nourishing and toning making it an excellent blood purifier.
Like dandelion it also binds with chemicals and heavy metals helping them to exit the large intestine quickly.
It too nourishes intestinal flora.
Burdock root is rich in iron, magnesium, calcium,
chromium, cobalt, silicon, phosphorus, potassium , sodium, zinc, carotenes, proteins,
and mucilage.

i am thinking it is another one of those "false hopes" type of things, anyone heard any different? someone in one of my email lists sent this...........

[Dulane]

Robin,

I used burdock extract for a year and didn't see any big changes. I just had scalp P at the time.

But I wasn't doing any of the other supplements.

I was lucky enough to track down the plants and make my own tincture, so it was inexpensive for me.

I may start using it again, because my P is much better and I am not worried about my immune system attacking me anymore.

I don't think I would rely on burdock to clear you, but I think it is a supportive herb for those of us with P.

[grannyfranny]

Robyn,,,
I have heard of Burdock but never treid it. Be sure to let us know if you try it and what happens.

[soloist]

Robin,

I used burdock extract for a year and didn't see any big changes. I just had scalp P at the time.

But I wasn't doing any of the other supplements.

I was lucky enough to track down the plants and make my own tincture, so it was inexpensive for me.

I think I may start using it again, because my P is much better and I am not worried about my immune system attacking me anymore.

I don't think I would rely on burdock to clear you, but it is a supportive herb for those of us with P.

For those of you who are interested in healing herbs--burdock is one of the best for nearly everything. According to my research, (look it up) burdock, which is a widely available (and sometimes regarded as a widely destroyed "noxious" weed), is used for stomach ailments, and neutralizes and eliminates poisons in the system. For liver problems, use fresh leaves. Burdock stimulates the secretion of bile. A decoction (tea) of leaves makes a good wash for sores and may be helpful for acne. Although primarily used for blood and kidneys, burdock generally is used for the whole body. It clears and detoxifies to clear the body of harmful acids through the skin, by eliminating harmful wastes.

Burdock is an excellent remedy for all skin diseases.

I have been taking a bagged tea daily for two weeks for a minor flare-up of psoriasis. Two cups of steeped tea daily, one bag per cup.

There are no ill effects from taking burdock. I have taken much higher doses in times of need, with no ill effects, and I also take heart perscription drugs. It seems to work on the digestive system. Primarily the liver, which it boosts.

My psoriasis is remarkably improving, compared to no other intervention such as topical steroids.

Health is just skin deep...I believe that my recovery from psoriasis meant re-assessing my food and lifestyle choices, plus incorporating medicinal herbs and supplements, and seriously changing my habitual poor choices of food and drink. No magic bullet here, but burdock effects are long lasting, and probably contribute to a happier and much longer lifespan. Anyway, from my experience with acceptable prescription drugs, burdock is free, and doesn't make my life more complicated. But most important, it has reduced the skin plaques and improved my digestion (no more heartburn).

[Dulane]

Burdock is a major ingredient in Essiac tea, which is a well-known herbal cancer remedy.

It is a large common plant, you've got to keep those burrs out of your hair, and doesn't taste particularly good. It is a 'bitter' but still good for many things. You typically use the root, but the young leaves in early spring are wonderful for gobo soup. I agree that it will keep people alive longer.

But only if they have the sense to recognize and use it.