Burdock Root (Arctium lappa) Common Names: Lappa, edible burdock.

Organic. Kosher. From China. Helps restore balance & health to the body. May ease pain, inflammation, digestion issues, and prevent bladder stones. Contains antioxidants. Stimulates the gallbladder contraction to produce bile.

Taste: Bitter, sweet, slightly pungent.

Energetically: Moistening, cooling.

Combines very well with slippery elm.

Warning: Not safe while pregnant or nursing. Do not combine with synthetic diuretics. A member of the Asteraceae family.

Tea/Infusion directions: Barely boil 8 oz. water, add 1 teaspoon of the loose herbs (you can use a tea ball, french press, or other way to strain herbs or leave them in the tea for a super strong brew), steep 3 - 15 minutes. Sweeten with a natural sweetener if desired.