Burdock acts as an antioxidant.  May help to protect against cancer by helping control cell mutation.  Aids elimination of excess fluid, uric acid, and toxins.  Has antibacterial and antifungal properties.  Purifies the blood, restores liver and gallbladder function, and stimulates the digestive and immune systems.  Helps skin disorders such as boil and carbuncles, and relieves gout and menopausal symptoms.  Burdock root used as a hair rinse promotes scalp and hair health.

Information taken from the “Prescription For Nutritional Healing”.