Burdock Root
veg · base score 1 · also listed as burdock root, burdock
What is it?
Burdock Root is a vegetable ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 103 products
- Also listed as
- burdock root, burdock
Common questions about burdock root
Is Burdock Root good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain burdock root?
103 UK products list burdock root as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is burdock root called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: burdock root, burdock. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade burdock root?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
What is burdock root in dog food?
Burdock root is a plant ingredient sometimes used as a source of fibre and prebiotic carbohydrates. It appears on UK labels as burdock root or simply burdock. It is generally used in small amounts within complete recipes.
Is burdock root safe for dogs?
Burdock root is considered safe for dogs when included at appropriate levels in pet food. Some dogs may be sensitive to new plant ingredients; speak to your vet.
