Health Benefits Of Licorice
Relieves Stomach
Licorice root is used to relieve gastrointestinal problems in cases of food poisoning, stomach ulcers, and heartburn. This is due to the anti-inflammatory and soothing properties of glycyrrhizic acid found in licorice.
- This can also prevent the toxic bacteria H. pylori from growing in your gut
- Speed up stomach repairing
- Restore stomach balance
- Good for people having gastritis, peptic ulcer and heart burn.
Soothes and Cleans Respiratory System
When taken through mouth it can stimulate the body to produce healthy mucus and phlegm. Though phlegm production may be looked as a bad thing for health but truth is that it ensures a clean respiratory system by reducing old, sticky mucus clogging in respiratory system.
Reduces Stress
Over time, stress can leave the adrenal gland exhausted by constantly producing adrenaline and cortisol. Licorice can stimulate the adrenal gland, which promotes a healthy level of cortisol in the body.
Cancer Treatment
Research is ongoing on this subject to get more information but some already done researches and Chinese practices show that it can be helpful in breast and prostate cancer treatment.
Protection for Skin & Teeth
Topical get having licorice extract are very good for treating eczema. Due to its antibacterial properties, It is very useful in treating dermatological and teeth related problems.