Burdock Root, Dandelion & Milk Thistle: Natural Liver Detox and Digestion Support

Presented by Dr. Masoud Shamaeizadeh, Soft Touch Chiropractic

Your liver and digestive system work hand in hand to process nutrients, remove toxins, and maintain your body’s natural balance.

When either slows down, you may feel sluggish, bloated, or fatigued, especially after heavy or fatty meals.

Nature offers powerful support through three well-studied herbs: burdock root, dandelion root, and milk thistle.


A Note of Caution 
While these herbs are generally safe, studies show results vary depending on dose, quality, and individual health. Always consult your healthcare provider before adding new supplements, especially if you take medication or have a medical condition.

Herbal Synergy
When combined, burdock, dandelion, and milk thistle form a natural synergy:

• Enhance bile flow for smoother fat digestion.
• Support gut microbiome and bowel regularity.
• Reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in the liver.

Burdock Root (Arctium lappa)  Traditional Uses:

• A natural blood cleanser and liver tonic.
• Supports digestion by stimulating bile flow.
• Provides inulin, a prebiotic fiber that feeds healthy gut bacteria.

Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) Traditional Uses:

• Long recognized for liver protection and regeneration.
• Supports bile production and detox pathways.
• Commonly used during or after toxin exposure or medication use.

Dandelion Root (Taraxacum officinale) Traditional Uses:
Classic bitter herb that stimulates stomach acid and bile flow.
A mild diuretic that helps the body eliminate excess water and waste.
Traditionally used to ease bloating and sluggish digestion.

Key Takeaway 
Burdock, dandelion, and milk thistle offer natural, research-supported digestive and liver benefits. Together, they promote gentle detox, healthy gut flora, and better digestion, the foundation for your body’s vitality.
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Simple Detox Tea:
1 part burdock root
1 part dandelion root
½ part crushed milk thistle seeds
Simmer roots 10–15 minutes, steep milk thistle for 5 minutes, strain, and enjoy before meals.

Research Highlights:
A Cochrane review of multiple clinical trials found milk thistle safe but with mixed results for chronic liver disease (PubMed, 2007). Animal models show milk thistle may reduce fatty liver and inflammation (PubMed, 2014). Human RCTs in hepatitis C found no major difference in viral load or enzyme normalization, but good safety (JAMA, 2012). Dandelion root extract protected colon cells and reduced inflammation in a colitis model (PubMed, 2018).

In lab and animal studies, dandelion root extract triggered cell death in colon cancer cells while sparing healthy cells (PubMed, 2016). Animal studies show burdock root fiber improves intestinal motility and repairs gut lining inflammation (PubMed, 2025).

Microbiome studies show burdock’s prebiotic compounds improve gut bacteria diversity better than inulin alone (PubMed, 2020). In-vitro digestion research confirms bioavailable antioxidants remain active after digestion (PubMed, 2021).

If you’re feeling bloated, tired, or notice sluggish digestion, it may be time for a natural liver and digestive reset.

Schedule your consultation today with:
Dr. Masoud Shamaeizadeh
Soft Touch Chiropractic – Porter Ranch, CA
📍 11145 Tampa Ave #14A, Northridge, CA 91326
📞 (818) 831-0100
🌐 www.porterranchchiropractic.net