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Burdock Root Extract
Burdock (Arctium lappa) is a root vegetable traditionally used in food and herbal practices. It contains inulin (a prebiotic fiber), polyphenols, and other natural compounds that support digestive health, and antioxidant defense.
Key Benefits:
- Provides prebiotic inulin to support digestive balance and beneficial gut bacteria.
- Provides antioxidant polyphenols.
- Contains bitter compounds that promote digestion and support nutrient absorption
Why it Matters:
Digestive health is a widespread concern: 60ā70 million Americans are affected by digestive issues annually. Nutrients that support gut balance are relevant for many adults. Ā¹
Fiber intake is often low: Only ~5% of U.S. adults meet recommended daily fiber intake, leaving a gap that prebiotic fibers like inulin can help address Ā².
Antioxidant support matters: Diets rich in antioxidant compounds are linked to healthy aging and reduced oxidative stress load, underscoring the relevance of polyphenol-containing plants like burdock Ā³.
Burdock is one of the few commonly eaten vegetables that naturally combines prebiotic fiber and polyphenols, giving it both digestive and antioxidant relevance.Whole burdock root contains variable levels of inulin and polyphenols; standardized extracts ensure consistent concentrations for functional formulations.
Citations:
1. National Institute of ... Digestive and Kidney ... (NIDDK). Digestive ... statistics for the United States. Updated 2023. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-statistics/digestive-diseases
2. Quagliani D, Felt-Gunderson P. Closing America's fiber intake gap. Am J Lifestyle Med. 2016;11(1):80-85. doi:10.1177/1559827615588079
3. Kalogerakou T, Antoniadou M. The role of dietary antioxidants, food supplements and functional foods for energy enhancement in healthcare professionals. Antioxidants (Basel). 2024;13(2):174. doi:10.3390/antiox13020174
