Thanks. I was very fortunate with my bout with cancer. It was only after very successful surgery, that I learned anything about health. But I can credit being proactive in keeping me cancer-free. My 5 year survival rate was way less than I expected it would be. There was a 1 in 3 chance I wouldn't make it that long.
It was interesting what you said of Astaxanthin at your substack. I've been meaning to do an article on it myself. Been taking it for years. It's amazing how it provides protection from the Sun's powerful UV rays. To me, that shows how incredibly powerful its beneficial properties truly are.
I didn't know about burdock containing inulin. But here in Japan, burdock is a very common traditional vegetable often used in good home cooking. And there are a number of tasty recipes centered on it. The Japanese name for it is gobo. I know it is high in fiber, and eating too much can generate gas in the colon and cause flatulence, but I didn't know about the inulin.
I use burdock in my blood purifying medicines, which is the medicine we need most these days! Here’s from my website: An alterative, burdock restores health by altering (purifying) the blood. Its tonic properties nourish the cells and tissues, and its mucilagenous properties are slightly laxative. Contains vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and inulin (prebiotic). Treats conditions caused by an overload of toxins.
I am not at all familiar with burdock, other than what I just read about it. That it has been used medicinally for 1,000's of years.
First and foremost, what I would like to convey to all my readers,... whatever I promote, suggest, or recommend,... must first be extremely safe. As in "First do no [P]harm",... which BTW, is the title of Dr. Aseem Malhotra's new film. And that refers to any pharmaceuticals and/or nutritional supplements I propose. Just because something is natural or even essential, doesn't mean it can't be harmful. i.e.. iron, calcium, vitamin A, etc... if not used with caution.
I am not trying to cast aspersions on burdock, just that I don't know much about it. And seems to not have been studied all that extensively. But since its been in use for that long a time, it certainly must have its benefits. But safety is always my first concern.
Besides, I get straight organic Inulin from Jerusalem Artichokes very cheap. Mixes well in beverages and has a slightly sweet taste. Many apply it to yogurt to boost its probiotic content. Goes great in my coffee, and allows me to use less honey. Always start slow with pre and probiotics. Abrupt changes in your GI tract tend to cause a reaction at first.
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I enjoyed reading through this, thank you for sharing. Bravo and bless you for kicking cancer!
Did you know that Burdock contains inulin? Combined with dandelion is a beautiful blood cleanser.
In this time of toxin bombardment, sources of exposure should be identified and eliminated - especially with cancer. It's hard but not impossible.
Thanks. I was very fortunate with my bout with cancer. It was only after very successful surgery, that I learned anything about health. But I can credit being proactive in keeping me cancer-free. My 5 year survival rate was way less than I expected it would be. There was a 1 in 3 chance I wouldn't make it that long.
It was interesting what you said of Astaxanthin at your substack. I've been meaning to do an article on it myself. Been taking it for years. It's amazing how it provides protection from the Sun's powerful UV rays. To me, that shows how incredibly powerful its beneficial properties truly are.
Ohbaby, You’re a star! You certainly inspired me to start posting some of my stuff - I just wrote a book!
I didn't know about burdock containing inulin. But here in Japan, burdock is a very common traditional vegetable often used in good home cooking. And there are a number of tasty recipes centered on it. The Japanese name for it is gobo. I know it is high in fiber, and eating too much can generate gas in the colon and cause flatulence, but I didn't know about the inulin.
I use burdock in my blood purifying medicines, which is the medicine we need most these days! Here’s from my website: An alterative, burdock restores health by altering (purifying) the blood. Its tonic properties nourish the cells and tissues, and its mucilagenous properties are slightly laxative. Contains vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and inulin (prebiotic). Treats conditions caused by an overload of toxins.
I am not at all familiar with burdock, other than what I just read about it. That it has been used medicinally for 1,000's of years.
First and foremost, what I would like to convey to all my readers,... whatever I promote, suggest, or recommend,... must first be extremely safe. As in "First do no [P]harm",... which BTW, is the title of Dr. Aseem Malhotra's new film. And that refers to any pharmaceuticals and/or nutritional supplements I propose. Just because something is natural or even essential, doesn't mean it can't be harmful. i.e.. iron, calcium, vitamin A, etc... if not used with caution.
I am not trying to cast aspersions on burdock, just that I don't know much about it. And seems to not have been studied all that extensively. But since its been in use for that long a time, it certainly must have its benefits. But safety is always my first concern.
Besides, I get straight organic Inulin from Jerusalem Artichokes very cheap. Mixes well in beverages and has a slightly sweet taste. Many apply it to yogurt to boost its probiotic content. Goes great in my coffee, and allows me to use less honey. Always start slow with pre and probiotics. Abrupt changes in your GI tract tend to cause a reaction at first.