Frontier Co-op Frontier Co-op, Organic Cut & Sifted Burdock Root, 16 oz (453 g)

Product information Overview Member Owned Since 1976 Responsible To People and Planet USDA Organic Kosher Herbal Supplement Arctium Lappa Non-Irradiated Certified Organic by QAI Burdock root is a popular folk remedy, and the fresh root is also a tasty vegetable. Burdock roots are very fibrous, resulting in soft, stringy, cotton-like material when cut. This innermost part of the root and contains the same constituents as the more woody outer pieces. Burdock is a superior tonic herb, and has a special affinity for the skin.Origin: BulgariaBotanical Name: Arctium lappa L.TOP QUALITY BURDOCK ROOT - Frontier Co-op offers high quality Burdock root (Arctium lappa L.) in one pound bulk packaging. The root is native to Europe and North Asia but can be found in many areas across the globe. The burdock plant is a genus that is related to both sunflowers and some members of the daisy family. The roots are very fibrous, and when cut becomes soft and stringy. Burdock root is used both for tea and in cooking.SKIN AND DIGESTIVE HEALTH - Burdock root is a superior tonic herb that has a special affinity for the skin.The root can be used in all types of skin preparations. Burdock root is traditionally used to support healthy skin and to support a healthy digestive system.VERSATILE USES - Burdock root is common in stews, soups, sauteed vegetables, and teas. It is also used as a vegetable by itself and delivers an earthy, sweet and mild taste that complements other flavors. It accents Japanese miso soup (tonjiru), rolled sushi, vegetable dishes, and more. It can be mixed with other teas or brewed by itself. SUSTAINABLY GROWN IN BULGARIA - Frontier Co-op burdock root is grown and harvested in Bulgaria and carefully extracted from the soil (up to several feet down) to obtain roots with the best potency. Our farmers don't use additives or chemicals to produce high-quality burdock roots. Our product is 100 organic, kosher certified, and non-irradiated.ABOUT US - Owned by stores and organizations that buy and sell our products, Frontier Co-op has been a member-owned cooperative since 1976. We support natural-living and our products are never irradiated or treated with ETO. We're committed to the health and welfare of the environment and everyone producing and consuming our botanical products. Suggested use To prepare as a tea, pour 8 oz. boiling water over 1 tsp. of herb. Cover and steep 3-5 minutes, strain and serve immediately.  Warnings Disclaimer While iHerb strives to ensure the accuracy of its product images and information, some manufacturing changes to packaging and/or ingredients may be pending update on our site. Although items may occasionally ship with alternate packaging, freshness is always guaranteed. We recommend that you read labels, warnings and directions of all products before use and not rely solely on the information provided by iHerb. Visit manufacturer's website Supplement factsServing Size: 1 tsp. (2.5 g) Servings Per Container: About 181 Amount Per ServingDaily ValueCalories10Total Carbohydrate2 g1*Organic Burdock, cut (root)2.5 g***Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.  ** Daily Value not established. Visit manufacturer's website