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Licorice Root for Health Vitality and Endurance
Licorice root has been used since ancient times, across many cultures as food and as medicine. In Chinese medicine, Licorice is an ingredient in nearly all herbal formulas for the traditional purpose of "harmonizing" the separate herbs involved. This important tonic herb is often called "the grandfather of herbs."
Compounds in Licorice Root Extract may help with the following:
- respiratory problems/sore throat
- enhance cortisol action and help with fibromyalgia
- help with chronic fatigue
- help with PMS and menstrual problems
- support healthy cholesterol
- soothing anti-inflammatory action to help with ulcers
- soothing anti-inflammatory to help with digestive tract
- anti bacterial and viral compounds
A study that came out a few years ago indicates that licorice compounds may be beneficial for people with diabetes. The study indicates that certain molecules found in licorice reduce blood sugar and possess anti-inflammatory properties. The molecules of interest are known as amorfrutins. And, they seem to reduce glucose levels which in turn prevents insulin resistance. It is important to note that the concentration of amorfrutins in licorice is to low to be effective. So researchers are looking to concentrate amorfrutins and study it on humans. So far tests have only been done on mice. *This research was carried out by the Max Plank Institute for Molecular Genetics in Berlin, Germany.
Licorice and Oral Health
Recent research has found that two licorice compounds, licoricidin and licorisoflavan A, are effective antibacterial substances. These substances killed two of the major bacteria responsible for dental cavities and two of the bacteria that promote gum disease. One of the compounds -- licoricidin -- also killed a third gum disease bacterium. The researchers say that these substances could treat or even prevent oral infections. This is an excerpt from a story published by the ACS.
It should be noted that licorice is not beneficial for people with high blood pressure and it can have undesirable effects and interactions with prescription drugs.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The Contraindications and Potential Drug Interactions information provided on this website is not intended to be all-inclusive. A health care professional should be consulted regarding the use of herbal products. Always keep your Doctor or other healthcare professional informed about the herbal and other dietary supplement products that you are taking.
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