Burdock
Root (Gobo Root)
The
long root of burdock (Gobo root) is a commonly used vegetable and has also been
used as a folk medicine in Japan and in China, Korea, and China for years. Gobo
root is now available in many grocery stores in the U.S. It is also believed that gobo root kills
germs and also increases urine flow, thus it has been used to treat cold and
high blood pressure. Burdock roots have
been used as a folk medicine for diabetes, joint pain, and cancer.
Burdock
roots contain arctiin, luteolin and quercetin. Arctiin is a polyphonic substance found in
plants. It is reported to be anticancer in
vitro and in animal models. Luteolin is a flavonoid that is also reported
to be anticancer in vitro and could
be useful in cancer prevention.
Disclaimer: This blog is written solely for informational purposes. It does not constitute the practice of any medical, nursing or other medical professional health care advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All contents posted are extracted from the book I wrote, "IS CANCER IN US", published recently.
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