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What is Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra),Glycyrrhiza glabra (L),Liquirita officinali

From: michael derrida
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Date: 11/11/2003
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What is Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra),Glycyrrhiza glabra (L),Liquirita officinali s (L.)?What is licorice root,reglisse,lacrisse,sweet licorice,sweet wood?What is the Narrative History of licorice root?What is the Phytochemicals and constituent s of licorice root?What is Glycyrrhiza uralensis?Application and functionality of Licorice root(Glycyrrhiza)?Therapeutics and Pharmacology of licorice root:Glycyr rhiza from Licorice root stimulate endocrine system?Licorice root as super antibi otics:anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects,anti-arthritic properties of li corice root.

◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇ Composition&Application: Properties: Alterative, Antibacterial,Anticatarrhal,Anti-Inflammatory,Antivi ral,Cholagogue,Demulcent,Estrogenic,Expectorant, Purgative (gentle), Sialoguge Primary Nutrients: Biotin, Chromium, Iodine, Lecithin, Manganese, Niacin, Pa ntothenic Acid, Phosphorus, Vitamins E, B-complex and Zinc.

Botanical Basic Data of Licorice:Glycyrrhiza Glabra Botanical Source: Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra),Glycyrrhiza glabra (L) Synonyms: Liquirita officinalis (L.), reglisse, lacrisse, sweet licorice, lic orice root, sweet wood. Part Used: dried roots and stolons,Collection:The roots are unearthed in the autumn of the fourth season Taste and Energy: very sweet, neutral energy Meridians: Enters all twelve meridians, though it is especially beneficial to the Spleen, Stomach, Kidney and Lung.

----------------------------------------------------------------------- Botanical Basic Data of Licorice(Glycyrrhiza Glabra). Narrative History and Description of licorice root. Phytochemicals and constituents of licorice root. Application and functionality of Licorice root(Glycyrrhiza). Therapeutics and Pharmacology of licorice root. *1.Glycyrrhiza from Licorice root stimulate endocrine system. *2.Licorice root as super antibiotics:anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects,anti-arthritic properties. Nutrients,Uses,Acations and Indications of licorice root.

Narrative History and Description of licorice root.: Liquorice was one of the most widely known medicines in ancient history, and records of its use include Assyrian tablets of around 2000 BC and Chinese herbal s of the same period. Theophrastos of Lesbos, writing in the fourth century BC wr ote that 'it has the property of quenching thirst if one holds it in the mouth'. Dioscorides gave the plant its botanical name (Greek glukos = sweet, riza = root) . Its 13th century English name was Lycorys, a corruption of glycyrrhiza. The pla nt originated in the Mediterranean and the Middle East, but has been cultivated i n Europe since at least the 16th century. In China, G. uralensis or gan cao, know n as the 'great detoxifier', is thought to drive poisons from the system. It is a lso an important tonic, often called 'the grandfather of herbs'. Gan cao is used as an energy tonic, particularly for the spleen and stomach, and the root is adde d to many Chinese formulae to balance other herbs. It is also used for asthmatic coughs, as an antispasmodic and ulcer remedy, and to cool 'hot' conditions. The d ried root is given to Chinese children to promote muscle growth. Liquorice is oft en used as a method for disguising the taste of medicines and as a flavouring in confectionery. Description of licorice root: Glycyrrhiza is a tall, erect perennial plant with light, gracefully-spreadin g pinnate foliage and dark green lanceolate leaflets that hang down at night. Lon g-stemmed spikes of numerous bluish-purple to white papillonaceous flowers grow f rom the leaf axils and appear from June to August, followed by small leguminous s mooth-skinned seed pods. The roots are brown, long and cylindrical. Glycyrrhiza i s native to south-eastern Europe and south-west Asia to Iran, growing in open fie lds close to running water. It was commercially cultivated until recently in nort hern England.

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Phytochemicals and constituents of licorice root.: Phytochemicals and constituents of licorice root: Constituents: glycosides called glycyrrhizin (about 7%) and glycyrrhizinic a cid, triterpenoid glycosides (saponins), flavonoids (including liquiritigetol) an d isoflavonoids, bitter principle (glycyrmarin), volatile oil, chalcones, coumari ns, amino acids, amines (choline, betaine, asparagine), oestrogenic substances (i ncluding beta-sitosterol), glucose and sucrose (5-15% sugars), starch, tannins (t race), gums, wax. There are many components in licorice, but the most active is glycyrrhizin, which gives licorice its sweet taste. It is 50 times sweeter than sugar. (1,2) Ot her components are saponins, flavonoids, coumarins, sterols, choline, triterpenoi ds, lignins, amino acids including asparagine, gums, biotin, folic acid, inositol , lecithin, estrogenic substances, pantothenic acid, para-aminobenzoic acid, phos phorous, pentacyclic terpenes, protein, sugar, a yellow dye, and vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6 and E. (1,2,3,) Perhaps this is the reason for the broad range of effects licorice has on the body. When glycyrrhizin is removed from licorice, the produc t is called deglycyrrhizinated licorice or DGL. This product is especially useful in treating ulcers of the digestive tract because of the flavonoids, which are n ot harmed by the removal of glycyrrhizin. What is Glycyrrhiza uralensis? Scientific Data of Glycyrrhiza uralensis:Glycyrrhiza uralensis contains two major triterpenes, glycyrrhizin (glycyrrhizic acid) and glycyrrhetinic acid. Glyc yrrhiza uralensis usually contains 6-14% glycyrrhizin, which exists for the most part as salts of glycyrrhizic acid and ammonia, calcium potassium, iron or barium . Licorice root is rich in flavonoids. The primary one is liquiritin, with iso liquiritin, liquiritigenin and isoliquiritigenin also playing important pharmacol ogical roles. Licorice root contains a substance called FM 100, which is a compon ent of the flavonoids of the cortex. It has been demonstrated to have anti-ulcera tion action. Other components include amino acids, biotin, b-sitosterol, berniarin, umbel liferone, ferulic acid and sinapic acid. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----

Application and functionality of Licorice root(Glycyrrhiza).: Licorice root as general tonic: Licorice root stands next to ginseng in importance in Chinese herbalism. It is the most widely used of all Chinese herbs. It is used as a harmonizing ingredi ent in a large number of Chinese herbal recipes and is itself an excellent tonic and longevity herb. Chinese Licorice root, or Glycyrrhiza, is one of the greatest herbs known to mankind. Licorice root builds energy and is an excellent digestive tonic. It is the most broad spectrum natural detoxifying agent known, ridding the body of over 1200 known toxins without any distressful side-effects. It also helps regulate t he blood sugar level, helping counteract hypoglycemia, a very common imbalance. Licorice root(Glycyrrhiza) act as immune stimulator: Research on Licorice has shown that it improves phagocytic activity of cells of the immune system. Many hospitals in China has undergone various clinical tri als using Licorice against various virus infections such as the common cold, HIV and AIDS, viral hepatitis, vaccinia, herpes simplex, Newcastle disease, and vesic ular stomatitis. Licorice root as natural muscle relaxer and muscle builder: Licorice root provides basic nutrients to the adrenal glands. Licorice helps build and strengthen muscle, and it is a natural muscle relaxer. It is very swee t and adds a delicious flavor to herbal teas. Licorice is included in most Chines e herbal teas and formulations because it is said to harmonize all the ingredient s in an herbal formula. Licorice root is very powerful and should be used in smal l quantities Licorice Root acts blood concentrations of electrolytes (ions) balancer: Licorice Root acts to balance blood concentrations of electrolytes (ions), n ecessary for proper electrical conduction in neural impulse transmission, muscle contraction, kidney and other vital organ function. Licorice root assists in bloo d purification by protecting the liver, which detoxifies blood, from disease. It works in conjunction with other immune stimulators by potentiating, modulating an d augmenting their activity and effectiveness. Licorice root is an excellent anti -inflammatory; as such, it protects and heals distressed mucous membranes of the lungs and intestinal tract, thereby relieving asthma and ulcers respectively. It has also been used successfully in treating skin infection or damage, as well as to reduce the symptoms of aching, sore muscles and inflamed joints. licorice root act as grandfather of herbs: Chinese licorice root, or "Gan Cao," has been popular for 5,000 years in Chi na, where it is sometimes called "the grandfather of herbs." Chinese licorice roo t is said to revitalize the "Center" referring to the "middle burning space." It is believed to drive out all poisons and toxins from the system and to eliminate side-effects from other herbs used with it. Gan Cao is said to aid all other herb s in entering their respective meridians and is thus of tremendous importance in the Chinese tonic herbal system. It is also believed that licorice root will clea n the meridians and allow Qi to flow smoothly. Licorice root build energy: Licorice root is also used throughout the Orient simply because it builds en ergy. It is now known that this is at least partly due to its remarkable power to regulate blood sugar balance. It is also widely used to sharpen the power of con centration. Licorice root relieves abdominal pain and congestion and benefits the functions of the abdominal organs. It has been used successfully for a thousand years in cases of anorexia, a symptom now a growing health problem in the West.

What is Glcyrrhizin from Chinese licorice root: Chinese licorice root is a very different herb from the Western variety of l icorice. The western variety can cause nervousness, an obviously undesirable side -effect. To the contrary, Chinese licorice, is energizing but calming, and does n ot have the side - effects associated with Western licorice. So be sure to get th e Chinese licorice root. Licorice grows widely in northern China. Larger roots wi th smooth pulpy texture are most desirable. If the root, when cut in cross sectio ns, is a rich yellow, it is of high quality. The sweeter the taste the more effec tive the herb, since the sweetness reflects the quantity of its most important ac tive ingredient, glcyrrhizin. In pharmaceutical tests, it has been found that glycyrrhizin has a function similar to that of adrenal cortical hormones. It is almost identical to the adren al steroids. Laboratory tests in China have demonstrated that extracts of Radix G lcyrrhizin can help to eliminate or detoxify over 1,200 known toxins. This remark able capacity as a detoxifying agent is virtually unparalleled in the realm of ph armacology. Licorice root act as sexual enhancement: Human clinical studies have demonstrated that the hormone-like actions of Li corice root are therapeutically useful, strengthening resistance, enhancing adren ocortical function, improving the regulatory function of hormones drugs, reducing the dependence of patients on the steroidal hormones and mitigating the withdraw al symptoms from steroidal hormones. Licorice root's anti-inflammatory action: Licorice root has anti-inflammatory action similar to hydrocortisone. Glycyr rhizin and glycyrrhetinic acid are believed to be the components responsible for this activity. Liquiritigenin and isoliquiritigenin, found in the alcohol extract of Glycyr rhiza uralensis, have been found to be MAO inhibitors, that is, they inhibit mono amine oxidase in the liver. Synthetic MAO inhibitors have been used in the treatm ent of psychotic patients who have mild or severe depression. Both Liquiritigenin and isoliquiritigenin are spasmolytic agents, that is, they relieve spasms (they are muscle relaxants). Isoliquiritigenin is 5 times as potent as liquiritigenin. It is being examined as a natural substitute for the synthetic MAO drugs used in clinical practice for depression. Licorice root's powerful anti-HIV action in vivo: Licorice root has been demonstrated to have powerful anti-HIV action in vivo . An herbal drug utilizing Licorice root is being tested in China. In addition, L icorice root has been found to induce the production in human beings of g-interfe ron.

Licorice root as an anti-ulcer agent: Numerous reports confirm Licorice root’s traditional use as an anti-ulcer a gent. It has shown significant inhibition on experimental ulcers as well as in hu man clinical settings. It protects the mucosa against damage. One mechanism is by inhibiting abnormal gastric secretion by the gastric mucosal cells. FM 100 is th e primary component involved in this action. Licorice root has a well-known antispasmotic action: The flavonoids in licorice root are responsible for this action. This antisp asmotic effect plays an important role in the herbs anti-ulcer by relieving spasm of the smooth muscle of the gastrointestinal tract. The removal of glycyrrhizin from the extract both improves this action and reduces the side effects, includin g primarily edema. De-glycyrrhinated licorice root is available for those who can not use normal licorice due to the edemic side effects. FM 100, the anti-ulcer co mponent of Licorice root, has also been shown to have mild anticonvulsant, anti-s pasmotic and analgesic actions. When Licorice root is combined with Paeonia albif lora, or when FM 100 is used with paeonin (the active component of Paeonia albifl ora), the antispasmotic, anticonvulsant and analgesic actions are greatly increas ed, confirming the famous combination in traditional Chinese herbalism. The detoxicant action of Licorice root: The detoxicant action that has classically been attributed to Licorice root has also been verified. The administration of Licorice root, its extract or of gl ycyrrhizine have all demonstrated powerful detoxicant actions against toxins such as cocaine, chloral hydrate, strychnine, urethane, arsenobenzene and mercurous c hloride. It has also been shown to have detoxicant action against caffeine, nicot ine and barbiturates. It has also been used to detoxify snake and spider venom. G iven along with snake antiserum, the results were better than snake antiserum alo ne. However, Licorice root is not effective in detoxifying morphine, ephedrine an d epinephrine toxicity. Various Licorice root preparations are now being experime ntally used with antineoplastic (cancer) drugs to reduce their toxicity and to im prove their effects. Excellent results have been reported in China and Japan. All this detoxifying activity is now believed to be due to the improvement of the re gulative activity of the adrenal-pituitary system, and to direct adrenocorticomim etic actions of glycyrrhizin and glycyrrhetinic acid, among other mechanisms. Glycyrrhetinic acid has an antitussive (anti-cough) action similar in action to codeine, but without the drowsiness. Licorice root extract or an herbal tea c ontaining sufficient quantity of the herb, can relieve irritation of inflamed pha ryngeal mucosa. Licorice root also promotes pharyngeal and bronchial secretion, w hich in turn promotes expectoration.

Licorice root extract Protect liver: Licorice root extract has been shown in laboratory animals to significantly protect the liver from damage due to strong liver toxins. Licorice root has a significant antidiuretic action, due to the action of gl ycyrrhizin. This action produces the one overt side effect of Licorice root---ede ma. Licorice root as good female hormone estrogen: Licorice is a good source of the female hormone estrogen and contains estrog enic activity. It is used for female problems relating to menopause and menstrual cramps. One study, showed successful treatment for women who were not ovulating.

Licorice may also be useful for protecting against and healing ulcers as wel l as a treatment for hepatitis. Studies are underway regarding licorice as a treatment for Addison's disease , which involve inadequate adrenal function. The glycyrrhizin in licorice stimulates the adrenal cortex to produce aldost erone. Normalizes ovulation in women experiencing infrequent menstruation. Contains a natural hormone that will replace cortisone. Stimulates adrenal functions without depleting them (Addison's disease). It soothes and heals inflamed mucous membranes of the respiratory tract. Digestive aid, protection against ulcers. Licorice helps in healing gastric and duodenal ulcers: Licorice helps stimulate the defenses that prevent ulcers from forming. It s eems to stimulate the increase of cells that protect the lining of the gastrointe stinal system. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----

Therapeutics and Pharmacology of licorice root: *1.Glycyrrhiza from Licorice root stimulate endocrine system: Glycyrrhiza has a marked effect upon the endocrine system. Its glycosides ar e structurally similar to the natural steroids of the body, and are responsible f or the beneficial action that this herb has in the treatment of adrenal gland pro blems such as Addison's disease. Glycyrrhizin is fifty times stronger than sucros e, which encourages the production of hormones such as hydrocortisone. This helps to explain its anti-inflammatory action and also its role in stimulating the adr enal cortex after steroid therapy. It has an ACTH-like action on the adrenal cort ex, increasing the production of gluco- and mineralocorticoids. It is used in all opathic medicine as a treatment for peptic ulceration, a similar use to its herba l use in gastritis and ulcers. It produces a highly viscous mucus over the stomac h wall and reduces gastric acid secretion and eases spasms of the large intestine . It increases the secretion of bilirubin in the bile and lowers blood cholestero l levels. Glycyrrhiza is widely used in bronchial problems such as catarrh, bronchitis and coughs. It reduces irritation of the throat and yet has an expectorant actio n. It produces its demulcent and expectorant effects by stimulation of tracheal m ucous secretion. It is a potent healing agent for tuberculosis, where its effects have been compared to hydrocortisone. Glycyrrhiza is also effective in helping t o reduce fevers (glycyrretinic acid has an effect like aspirin), and it may have an antibacterial action as well. It can neutralise many toxins such as those of d iphtheria and tetanus. Its anti-inflammatory action accounts for its use in the t reatment of chronic inflammations such as arthritic and rheumatic diseases, chron ic skin conditions, and autoimmune diseases in general. It may also be used as an eyebath in conjunctivitis and other inflammatory conditions of the eye surface. Glycyrrhiza has an antipyretic effect comparable to sodium salicylate. Aspar agine is a potent diuretic, leading to speculation that its presence may reduce t he chance of the whole plant increasing blood pressure compared with isolated gly cyrretinic acid. The solidified extract, sold in sticks, forms the basis of many proprietary laxatives, stimulating bile flow, with a gentle action in constipation. Glycyrrhi za can be used as a non-sucrose sweetener, and can be taken safely by diabetics. Licorice has been used as far back at the 16th century in Europe to treat so re throats, menstrual cramps, fever, arthritis, respiratory problems and hypoglyc emia. Introduced to the Native Americans by the English settlers it was used to t reat earaches, colds, lung congestion and to disguise the taste of bitter herbs.

*2.Licorice root as super antibiotics:anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effec ts,anti-arthritic properties: Besides treating ulcers along the digestive tract including the mouth, licor ice may be used for viral infections like a cold, inflammation as in arthritis (1 ,2,4), menstrual and menopause disorders (1,4), herpes, eczema and psoriasis (1), allergic disorders, asthma, chronic fatigue, depression due to hormonal imbalanc e, emphysema, and hypoglycemia (3). It has a sweet taste, a neutral energy and a moistening action. (2) Glycyrrhizin is changed in the liver to glycyrrhetinic acid. Both these comp ounds promote the activation of interferon, a potent, naturally produced antivira l compound. Once interferon is activated, white blood cells are also called into play along with killer T cells to help fight against the virus. This is how licor ice exerts its effect on cold viruses, herpes simplex I and possibly even HIV. Li corice also shows some antibacterial effects, but these are due more to the flavo noids than glycyrrhizin. (1,3) Licorice is also known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects. This is due to the effect it has on the adrenal glands which are responsible for producing cortisol, the body’s own natural corticosteroid. Once again glycyrrhiz in is responsible. This agent exhibits adaptogenic properties by stimulating cort isol production when there is not enough and promoting the breakdown of cortisol when there is too much. Because of this, licorice is useful to take after stoppin g prescription corticosteroids to boost the natural production of cortisol. It is also given in cases where the adrenal glands are weakened from constant over-sti mulation, as in many autoimmune diseases. Glycyrrhizin also inhibits prostaglandi n production, another component of the inflammatory process. (1,2) Diseases like asthma, chronic fatigue syndrome, and eczema may benefit from this herb. Another adaptogenic effect from licorice involves estrogen. Licorice shows m ild estrogenic properties similar to other phytoestrogens. It has the ability to promote estrogen production and to interfere with the effects of too much estroge n, especially from outside sources. (1,4) The flavonoid constituents are thought to be responsible for the estrogen-like effects, while glycyrrhetinic acid antago nizes estrogen where there is over-stimulation of estrogen receptors in the body. (1) All this makes licorice useful in controlling the menstrual cycle and in rel ieving PMS and menopausal symptoms. Licorice has an expectorant effect, which will benefit people with asthma or chest colds with tight coughs or difficulty breathing. (2,3) It is also a mild l axative. (4) Licorice tea is pleasant tasting and needs no added sugar. It can be made by simmering a few pieces of the root in a pint of water for 15-20 minutes. This can be done 2 or 3 times before new pieces are needed. DGL tablets are avai lable in health food stores and some pharmacies. Licorice may also be found as a tincture. Most licorice candy today is artificially flavored and is not a true so urce of licorice.

One of the downfalls of licorice is water retention with a loss of potassium and sodium, which may lead to hypertension. This effect occurs with long-term us e or high doses. For people with Addison’s disease, however, this is exactly the type of effect needed. (1) In Addison’s disease, the body collects sodium and p romotes water loss leading to a serious imbalance of sodium, potassium, and other minerals and water. For most others, though, licorice should be used in moderati on with resting periods in between to avoid increasing blood pressure. DGL does n ot cause this problem because it is the glycyrrhizin that is responsible. Licoric e should not be taken by people who already suffer from high blood pressure, edem a (fluid retention), glaucoma, diabetes, congestive heart failure, with the presc ription medication digoxin, or by pregnant women. (1,2,3,4) DGL may be used in th ese instances except when inflammation is the focus of treatment. Without the gly cyrrhizin, licorice is not effective for this. As time goes on, there may be other uses found for licorice. It is still bei ng studied, and one of the areas is in HIV research. (1) It helps cover the bitte r taste of some herbs and may be used by itself or in formulas. It has a wide ran ge of uses and its pleasant taste makes it one of the easier herbs to take. It is much more than just a candy. Licorice root is one of the most biologically active herbs in the world. Lic orice root is an effective treatment for stomach ailments, because it exerts a so othing action on the muscosal surfaces of the GI tract, and it is frequently used to help these tissues heal. The licorice root derivatives, glycryuhetinic acid ( GLA), deglycrihyinated licorice (DGL), and carbenoxolene sodium (CS) have all bee n proven to be among the best anti-ulcer medications available. Whole licorice an d its derivatives appear to have the ability to inhibit gastric acid secretion wi th the advantage of being devoid of other adverse anti-cholinergic properties. Licorice root helps prevent and heal skin problems. The conditions that incr ease the occurrence of acne-like symptoms during certain stages of the menstrual cycle may be affected by the consumption of licorice root. The anti-inflammatory properties of the root have been considered responsibl e for its effectiveness in the treatment of numerous skin disorders, including ec zema, dermatitis, impetigo, and traumatized skin. It should be mentioned that the antipyrelic (fever reducing) effects of GLA have been shown to be equal to those of the widely used sodium salicylate. Fever reduction is important to hepatitis C patients. My experience for seve ral years was that I was always at about 99.8 degrees. My fever would rise after eating. It was extremely uncomfortable to live day after day, year after year, ju st a little bit hot.

Every time a doctor would record my slightly elevated temperature, I would a sk why it was high. The usual answer was, "you probably just have a bug." Taking licorice really helped this problem. Licorice root is used to remove buildup of toxic metabolic substances in the body, because it increases the liver's ability to filter out these wastes. In the treatment of liver diseases (e.g. hepatitis and cirrhosis), GLA has p roven extremely promising. In Chinese medicine, licorice is often used as a remed y for jaundice and is considered a great liver detoxifier. According to Dan Mowry : Experimental work has validated the usefulness of licorice in the treatment of hepatitis, cirrhosis, and related liver disorders. Licorice is a good tonic fo r the adrenal glands and Addison's disease. This is very important for the hepatitis C patient because you need to suppo rt your adrenal gland in many ways in order to conquer the virus.

Licorice appears to both mimic and potentiate the action of the adrenal-cait icosteroids, though it also differs in action from these chemicals in several imp ortant ways. Licorice components have been found to exert a positive effect on the course of several adrenal insufficiencies, even in Addison's Disease, which is characte rized by near total adrenal exhaustion. The anti-arthritic properties of GLA and the aqueous extracts of licorice ha ve also been shown. Comparisons of licorice root to hydrocortisone are frequently made in the medical literature in England, China, and countries other than the U SA In relation to the immune system, (which hepatitis C patients must become ob sessed with boosting), licorice root and its derivatives have recently shown extr emely promising results as interferon inducers, which is especially good news for the treatment of hepatitis C. (When was the last time your hepatitis C doctor to ld you that)? At concentrations well tolerated by uninfected cells, glycyrhezic acid inhib its both growth and cytopathic effect of vaccinia, as well as herpes simplex, New castle disease, and vesicular stomatits viruses while being ineffective on polio virus. It is suggested that glycyrhezic acid interacts with virus structures (conse rvable proteins) producing different effects according to the viral stage affecte d: inactivation of free virus particles extracellularly; prevention of intercellu lar uncoating of infecting particles; impairment of the assembling ability of vir us structural components. Dr. Mowry further states: Licorice root has acquired the name in China of “the Great Detoxifier.” It is considered to be one of the primary detoxifying herbs in the Chinese herbal a rsenal. Its reputation for this action goes back to the time of Shen Nong. It is widely believed that low level consumption of Licorice root will rid the body of poisons that would otherwise accumulate and cause disease or functional disorder if not cleaned out. In particular, it is believed to clean the blood and the live r. Though there are many detoxifying agents used in Chinese herbalism, most of th em are harsh. Licorice root, on the other hand is mild and devoid, for most peopl e, of side effects. It can of course be used preventively, which makes it more ge nerally useful than medicinal herbs.

Many people use Licorice root internally as a general anti-inflammatory. It is used for redness and swelling anywhere in the body. Of course, if inflammatory conditions exist, one should consult a physician, but for low grade inflammation s, Licorice root may prove to be extremely effective. It is also used as an antis pasmotic. When combined with White Peony Root, it is a superb antispasmotic. Thes e two herbs combined work synergistically to relax both smooth muscle and striate d muscle. It is especially famous for relieving cramps in the gastrocnemius and f eet. However, it is almost equally as useful for cramps and contraction anywhere in the body. Another condition for which Licorice root is famed is for the relief of gast ric and duodenal ulcers. It has been used to relieve hyperacidity for thousands o f years and is a superb anti-ulcer agent. A small quantity in tea can quickly hel p heal ulcers in most cases. It is especially effective when combined with herbs like Gynostemma and White Peony, which themselves help relieve ulcers. Licorice root is an indispensable component of the Chinese herbal system. It has powerful tonic benefits and at the same time has a wide range of healing eff ects that have been time proven innumerable times. The trick in using Licorice ro ot lies in watchful moderation. Don’t use too much---it’s unnecessary and exces sive quantities can have the side effect of causing water retention. Small doses are very unlikely to have any results but excellent ones.

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Nutrients,Uses,Acations and Indications of licorice root: Properties: Alterative, Antibacterial, Anticatarrhal, Anti-Inflammatory, Ant iviral, Cholagogue, Demulcent, Estrogenic, Expectorant, Purgative (gentle), Sialo guge Primary Nutrients: Biotin, Chromium, Iodine, Lecithin, Manganese, Niacin, Pa ntothenic Acid, Phosphorus, Vitamins E, B-complex and Zinc Primary Uses: Addisson's Disease, Adrenal Gland Problems, Blood Impurities, Colds, Coughs, Diabetes, Drug Withdrawal, Ear Infections, Energy/lack of, Fatigue , Hoarseness, Hyperglycemia, Hypoglycemia, Lung Disorders, Sex Drive/inhibited, T hroat/sore, Vitality/lack of Secondary Uses: Abscesses, Age Spots, Allergies, Art eriosclerosis, Arthritis, Asthma, Bronchitis, Circulation/poor, Constipation, Cus hing's Disease, Dizziness, Edema, Emphysema, Endurance/lack of, Fevers, Flu, Hear t Problems, Impotency, Liver Disorders, Menopausal Symptoms, Phlegm, Ulcers Actions: expectorant, antitussive, demulcent, spasmolytic, anti-inflammatory , adrenocorticotrophic (stimulates the cortex of the adrenal gland), anti-allergi c, mild laxative Indications: bronchial catarrh, bronchitis, chronic gastritis, peptic ulcer, colic, primary adrenocortical insufficiency. Specifically indicated in Addison's disease.

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1.What is Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra),Glycyrrhiza glabra (L),Liquirita of ficinalis (L.)?What is licorice root,reglisse, lacrisse,sweet licorice,sweet wood ?What is the Narrative History of licorice root?What is the Phytochemicals and co nstituents of licorice root?What is Glycyrrhiza uralensis?Application and functio nality of Licorice root(Glycyrrhiza)? Therapeutics and Pharmacology of licorice r oot:Glycyrrhiza from Licorice root stimulate endocrine system?Licorice root as su per antibiotics:anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects,anti-arthritic proper ties of licorice root.Via Michael Derrida.

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