Burdock has potent anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties. It also acts as an active diuretic and diaphoretic substance; used for treating the catarrhal gastrointestinal tract, liver dysfunctions, and metabolic disorders; it helps to prevent hair loss and dandruff. Roots contain sugar, inulin, proteins, fats, phytosterols, a small amount of essential oil, glycosides, saponins, and a lot of sulfur, phosphorus, and vitamin C.