PARTS USED: Root
ACTIONS: Deep immune activator, alterative, diaphoretic, nutritive tonic, harmonizer, tonifies qi of kidney, stomach and bladder. Removes stagnancy, elevates central qi and aids tissue repair. Clears heat and damp.
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES: Overall tonic for deficient conditions. Excellent for chronic constipation. Stimulates and energizes lymphatic and immune systems. Harmonizes uterine action.
COMBINATIONS: Combines well with astragalus, panax ginseng, and elecampane as an overall winter tonic. An excellent, well balanced tonifier, which boosts immune systems.
GROWTH PATTERN: grows everywhere in the US. Is a biannual.
SPIRITUAL:
COUNTERINDICATIONS: None
DOSAGE: Use for at least 3 to 6 months. Decoct 1 oz root to 6 cups water simmered down to 3 cups. Drink _ cup 3 times a day. As a tincture use 60 drops or _ tsp 3 times a day. Burdock can also be bought fresh, added to soups or stir-fries.
