LICORICE ROOT 100 g

LICORICE ROOT benefits

Licorice root has been used for thousands of years in both Eastern and Western medicine to treat a variety of conditions. Some potential benefits of licorice root include: 
Digestive issues: Licorice root can help with heartburn, constipation, acid reflux, and indigestion. 
Skin problems: Licorice root can help with eczema, atopic dermatitis, and acne. 
Respiratory conditions: Licorice root can help with coughs, bronchitis, and upper respiratory conditions. 
Menopausal symptoms: Licorice root can help with hot flushes. 
Dental health: Licorice root can help protect against cavities. 
Anti-inflammatory: Licorice root has anti-inflammatory properties that can help with inflammation in the stomach. 
Antimicrobial: Licorice root has antimicrobial properties that can help treat microbial or viral infections. 
Licorice root contains a compound called glycyrrhizin, which is responsible for most of its benefits.

Today, licorice root is promoted as a dietary supplement for conditions such as digestive problems, menopausal symptoms, cough, and bacterial and viral infections. Licorice gargles or lozenges have been used to try to prevent or reduce the sore throat that sometimes occurs after surgery.