Burdock root, often called “Oriental ginseng,” is celebrated for its affordability and rich nutritional profile.
In an episode of The Epoch Times’ “Health 1+1” program, Zhang Weijun, the fifth-generation successor of the esteemed Taiwanese traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) family Huai Sheng Tang and director of the Taichung Ji Sheng TCM Clinic, discussed the health benefits of burdock and shared a family remedy used to support recovery of physical function and vitality in cancer patients.
Burdock and Cancer Recovery
Zhang said that numerous patients with advanced-stage cancer seek his expertise to enhance their quality of life. He often recommends burdock brown rice tea, a remedy passed down through generations in his TCM lineage. The tea is believed to strengthen the immune system, boost energy levels, and inhibit cancer cell activity, potentially prolonging survival.
