"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." There's lots of buzz about the potential health and wellness benefits of burdock root, whether that's ...

Because of his Japanese heritage, Shin Thompson said, he was already familiar with burdock root—the taproot of the burdock plant, a type of thistle. “We use it quite a bit. Traditionally we steam and ...

What is burdock root tea? Burdock root tea or burdock tea, as it’s sometimes known, comes from the root of a burdock plant. It was originally used in traditional Chinese medicine before becoming ...

Burdock is a root vegetable commonly used in traditional medicine for its powerful detoxifying properties. Rich in fiber, antioxidants, and essential nutrients, burdock supports healthy digestion by ...

Burdock root may not be common here, but it has long been popular in Asian cooking. (Oregonian file photo) Dirty, woody, long and gangly, burdock root may not be much to look at, but from root to ...

Greater burdock (Arctium lappa) is an herb with a long history of use. Primarily the root is used, but other plant parts have reported traditional uses. It is native to Europe and parts of Asia with ...

IN SEASON: The earthy vegetable, common in Asia, adds nutrition and zing without much preparation time By PETE PETERSEN Special to The Oregonian Burdock is common in Asian recipes, but it's also ...