Herb · Asia

Licorice Root

Glycyrrhiza glabra

HerbAsiaHigh potency

Traditional Uses

Anti-inflammatoryTraditionally used for chesty coughsAdrenal tonicMucosal healer

Traditionally used for

digestive issues respiratory adrenal support ulcers inflammation

Traditionally prepared as

Traditional use is dried root as tea or a DGL extract before meals. Strengths and directions vary by product. Follow the label, and check with a pharmacist before combining with prescription medicine.

This describes how the plant has traditionally been prepared. It is not a dose, and not a recommendation for you. Amounts that suit one person can be wrong for another, and wrong alongside a medicine. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor before taking it.

Safety profile

Avoid in high blood pressure. Long-term use may cause electrolyte imbalance.

Check interactions with your medications

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