{"product_id":"organic-burdock-root-extract","title":"Organic Burdock Root Extract","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic Burdock Root Extract (Arctium lappa)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurdock Root is one of the most widely used alterative herbs in both Western and Chinese herbal medicine, with a history of use spanning thousands of years. Derived from the root of Arctium lappa — a biennial plant native to Europe and Asia and widely naturalised throughout Australia — this extract is prepared in 60% alcohol to capture the full spectrum of naturally occurring inulin, phenolic acids, flavonoids, and sesquiterpene lactones present in the root.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn traditional herbal practice, Burdock Root is classified as an alterative and depurative herb — a category of herbs traditionally used to support the body’s natural elimination and cleansing processes through the liver, kidneys, lymphatic system, and skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNaturally Occurring Compounds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInulin\u003c\/strong\u003e — a prebiotic fibre naturally abundant in Burdock Root; one of the richest plant sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhenolic acids\u003c\/strong\u003e — including chlorogenic acid and caffeic acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavonoids\u003c\/strong\u003e — including quercetin and luteolin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSesquiterpene lactones\u003c\/strong\u003e — including arctiopicrin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolyacetylenes\u003c\/strong\u003e — naturally occurring in the root\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMucilage and tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e — contributing to the herb’s broad phytochemical profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTraditional Herbal Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLiver \u0026amp; Digestive Wellness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurdock Root has a long traditional history of use in Western and Chinese herbal medicine to support liver function and healthy bile flow. It is a classic inclusion in herbal formulas for digestive and liver wellness, and is traditionally used to support the body’s natural digestive and eliminative processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLymphatic \u0026amp; Skin Wellness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one of the most classic alterative herbs in the Western tradition, Burdock Root has been used for centuries to support lymphatic flow and skin health. It is a staple ingredient in traditional herbal formulas for skin wellness and is commonly paired with other lymphatic herbs such as Cleavers, Calendula, and Red Clover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUrinary \u0026amp; Kidney Wellness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurdock Root has a traditional history of use as a mild diuretic herb to support urinary tract and kidney wellness. It is commonly used in herbal practice to support the body’s natural fluid elimination processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBlood Sugar \u0026amp; Metabolic Wellness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurdock Root’s high inulin content has made it a traditional herb of interest for metabolic wellness. Inulin is a prebiotic fibre that supports healthy gut flora and is associated with balanced blood sugar responses in nutritional research. Burdock Root has a long traditional history of use in this context in both Western and Chinese herbal medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 20–30 drops under the tongue or in a little juice or water, up to 2–3 times daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. May interact with blood-thinning medications or diabetes medications — consult your healthcare practitioner before use. Not recommended for those with allergies to plants in the Asteraceae\/Compositae family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic Burdock Root (Arctium lappa), 60% alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStack This With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/products\/lymph-flow\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLymph Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — contains Burdock Root as a key ingredient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/products\/organic-clevers-extract\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleavers Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — classic lymphatic pairing with Burdock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/products\/red-clover\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Clover Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — complementary alterative herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/products\/wildcrafted-australian-natural-gumpii-tincture\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGumpii Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — foundational botanical base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Wellness Guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/pages\/wellness-hub\"\u003eWellness Hub\u003c\/a\u003e — explore all herbal guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eContent provided for informational purposes only. Not medical advice. Not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Consult your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Gumpii Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"30ml","offer_id":42353942298686,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":42353942331454,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":42353942364222,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/9997\/4462\/files\/45-white.jpg?v=1767150631","url":"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/products\/organic-burdock-root-extract","provider":"The Gumpii Apothecary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}