Licorice (100)

Natural, contains licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) root with glycyrrhizin (glycyrrhizic acid), other triterpenoid saponins, flavonoids and isoflavonoids, coumarins, resins, gums, tannin, sugar, starch and a bitter principle.

·        antiviral effect

·        treats bacterial infections (such as Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Candida albicans and Bacillus subtilis)

·        soothes inflamed mucous membranes of the throat, lungs, stomach and intestines

·        has demulcent, soothing, anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic, and mild laxative properties

·        relieves respiratory ailments (such as bronchitis, colds, and sore throats) due to its anti-inflammatory and expectorate action

·        anti-ulcer and anti-inflammatory action

·        efficiently alleviates gastritis and ulcers

·        protects liver, has antiviral and antitumor effects, inhibits hepatic apoptosis and necrosis

·        helps in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases

·        effective against hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia and associated oxidative stress (a potential diabetes treatment)

·        treats adrenal insufficiency

·        corrects low potassium levels, supports healthy adrenal function and aldosterone metabolism

·        enhances the effects of other herbs in the blend