Organic certified Licorice Powder (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

The Licorice refers to the root of a plant called Glycyrrhiza glabra. This herb is native to Mediterranean, southern Europe and parts of Asia, such as India.

Licorice root is one of the most widely used herbs worldwide.

Description

The substances present in licorice are helpful to decrease swelling, thin mucus secretions, decrease cough, stomach ulcers. In one of the studies its also found that glycyrrhizic acid can suppress the toxic bacteria, and can prevent it from growing in the gut. 

Licorice root extract(powder) can stimulate the adrenal gland, which promotes a healthy level of cortisol in the body.

Use:

Licorice powder is SAFE when taken by mouth in larger amounts for medicinal purposes and when applied to the skin for a short amount of time.

However, it is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when taken by mouth in large amounts for more than 4 weeks or in smaller amounts long-term.