Burdock has been traditionally used as a blood purifier and its antioxidant activity may help protect the liver from toxicity. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. Nature's Sunshine Burdock also supports the urinary system in a variety of ways, including helping to remove excess fluid from the body and also soothes the digestive tract and promotes appetite. Nature's Sunshine Burdock is high in minerals and is a good source of iron, chromium, iron, magnesium, silicon and thiamine. The root is a good source of the carbohydrate inulin, which can account for 45% of the plant mass.