{"product_id":"licorice-root-1-oz","title":"Licorice Root 1 oz","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLicorice Root Product Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eGlycyrrhiza glabra\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Licorice Root, Sweet Root, Sweetwood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e Licorice Root is one of the oldest and most widely used botanicals in the world, revered for its intensely sweet flavor and profound soothing properties. Known as the \"sweet root,\" its natural compounds are up to 50 times sweeter than sugar. In herbalism, Licorice is a premier demulcent and adaptogen, famous for coating and protecting irritated mucous membranes, supporting adrenal health, and harmonizing complex herbal formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnergetics:\u003c\/b\u003e Moist, Cool to Neutral, Sweet, Earthy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Constituents:\u003c\/b\u003e The primary active compound in Licorice Root is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003eglycyrrhizin\u003c\/b\u003e (glycyrrhizic acid), which provides its intense sweetness and anti-inflammatory properties. It also contains rich levels of flavonoids, saponins, and asparagine, which contribute to its soothing action on the respiratory and digestive tracts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTraditional Uses:\u003c\/b\u003e Licorice Root is a versatile and deeply restorative herbal ally. It is traditionally used to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003eSoothe a sore throat, coughs, and irritated respiratory passages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003eSupport adrenal gland function and combat fatigue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003eProtect and coat the stomach lining to ease digestive irritation and ulcers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003eAct as a \"harmonizer\" in herbal blends to improve taste and enhance the synergy of other herbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/b\u003e Licorice root is most commonly prepared as a decoction or infusion, and is frequently blended into teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDecoction:\u003c\/b\u003e Simmer 1 teaspoon of dried licorice root in a cup of water for 10-15 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTincture \/ Extract:\u003c\/b\u003e A concentrated liquid extract is often used for targeted support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eThis statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"166\"\u003eWarning:\u003c\/b\u003e High doses or long-term use of licorice root containing glycyrrhizin can lead to elevated blood pressure and potassium depletion. Individuals with high blood pressure, kidney disease, or heart conditions should consult a healthcare professional before use.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLicorice Root Monograph: The Great Harmonizer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntroduction:\u003c\/b\u003e Licorice Root, or \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003eGlycyrrhiza glabra\u003c\/i\u003e, is a foundational herb in both Eastern and Western herbal traditions. Its botanical name literally translates from the Greek as \"sweet root.\" Across millennia, it has been prized not only for its incredible sweetness but for its profound ability to soothe inflamed tissues, support the endocrine system, and bind formulas together as a master harmonizer. This monograph explores the deep restorative and protective qualities of this remarkable botanical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBotanical Information:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eGlycyrrhiza glabra\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Licorice Root, Sweet Root, Gan Cao (in Traditional Chinese Medicine)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e A hardy perennial legume featuring long, woody, fibrous roots that run deep into the soil. It produces pinnate leaves and pale blue to violet flowers, but it is the sweet, yellowish-brown root that is harvested for medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnergetics \u0026amp; Taste:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnergetics:\u003c\/b\u003e Moist, Neutral to slightly cooling, Sweet, Earthy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTaste:\u003c\/b\u003e Intensely sweet, rich, and slightly earthy with a subtle bitter undertone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Constituents:\u003c\/b\u003e The principal active constituent is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003eglycyrrhizin\u003c\/b\u003e, a saponin compound responsible for the root's sweet taste and its ability to inhibit enzymes that break down cortisol, thereby supporting the adrenals. The root is also rich in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"245\"\u003eflavonoids\u003c\/b\u003e (such as liquiritin), which offer antioxidant and antispasmodic benefits, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"334\"\u003emucilage\u003c\/b\u003e, which coats and protects delicate tissues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTraditional Uses:\u003c\/b\u003e Licorice is a master demulcent and adaptogenic ally. Its traditional uses include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRespiratory Health:\u003c\/b\u003e A classic remedy for dry, hacking coughs, sore throats, and bronchitis, where its demulcent and expectorant actions soothe inflamed bronchial tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDigestive Soothing:\u003c\/b\u003e Coats the mucosal lining of the stomach, making it a traditional favorite for easing heartburn, acid indigestion, and supporting the healing of gastric ulcers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdrenal Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Nourishes the adrenal glands, helping to restore energy and resilience during periods of chronic stress or burnout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormula Harmonizer:\u003c\/b\u003e Used in small amounts in herbal combinations to smooth out harsh tastes and synergize the actions of other botanicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHerbal Actions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDemulcent:\u003c\/b\u003e Soothes and protects irritated or inflamed mucous membranes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExpectorant:\u003c\/b\u003e Helps loosen and expel mucus from the respiratory tract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdaptogenic \/ Tonic:\u003c\/b\u003e Supports adrenal function and overall vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAnti-inflammatory:\u003c\/b\u003e Helps moderate the body's inflammatory response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDecoction:\u003c\/b\u003e Simmer 1 teaspoon of cut or powdered root in a cup of water for 10-15 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTincture:\u003c\/b\u003e A liquid extract taken in small, measured doses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDeglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL):\u003c\/b\u003e A processed form where glycyrrhizin is removed, ideal for individuals who need digestive soothing without blood pressure effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlanetary \u0026amp; Metaphysical Correspondences:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlanetary Associations:\u003c\/b\u003e Venus and Water. Venus for its profound sweetness, nurturing demulcent qualities, and ability to please the senses; Water for its moistening nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMetaphysical\/Magical Correspondences:\u003c\/b\u003e Licorice is traditionally used in rituals and spells focused on love, fidelity, passion, and bringing sweetness, harmony, and reconciliation into relationships or difficult situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSourcing:\u003c\/b\u003e This Licorice Root is ethically sourced from certified organic cultivators, ensuring pure, high-potency roots free from chemical additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCautions \u0026amp; Contraindications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlood Pressure \u0026amp; Electrolytes:\u003c\/b\u003e Because glycyrrhizin can cause sodium retention and potassium loss, chronic high-dose use may elevate blood pressure. Individuals with hypertension, cardiovascular disease, kidney dysfunction, or liver disease should avoid regular use or opt for DGL (Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePregnancy:\u003c\/b\u003e Generally advised to be used with caution or avoided in large amounts during pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"30\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eThis monograph is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. 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