Description
We know this herb for its wide use as a candy flavoring, but its value goes far beyond that.
The dietary use of licorice goes back several thousand years.
Licorice root has been used by traditional herbalists as a general tonic and for respiratory support.
It also supports the liver.
Licorice is included in many Chinese herb combinations to balance the other herbs.
It has a reputation for helping the entire body maintain balance and promoting well-being.
Licorice contains the triterpenoid saponin, glycyrrhizin.
Liquorice is a demulcent, soothing herb with many uses.
Liquorice extracts are used extensively as ingredients in cough drops, syrups, tonics, laxatives, anti-smoking lozenges and other preparations.
The dietary use of licorice goes back several thousand years.
Licorice root has been used by traditional herbalists as a general tonic and for respiratory support.
It also supports the liver.
Licorice is included in many Chinese herb combinations to balance the other herbs.
It has a reputation for helping the entire body maintain balance and promoting well-being.
Licorice contains the triterpenoid saponin, glycyrrhizin.
Liquorice is a demulcent, soothing herb with many uses.
Liquorice extracts are used extensively as ingredients in cough drops, syrups, tonics, laxatives, anti-smoking lozenges and other preparations.