Licorice Root • Glycyrrhiza glabra

Endocrine System
Written By KindFolk

Parts Used: roots

Affinity: adrenals, mucous membranes

Herbal Action: adrenal tonic, antiallergenic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antitussive, antiviral, demulcent, estrogenic, harmonizer, hypertensive

Indications:

  • Supports optimal adrenal function and acts as a less potent alternative to pharmaceutical steroids

  • Soothing to dry and inflamed tissues in the digestive and respiratory tract

Preferred Preparations: infusion, syrup, tincture

Taste: similar to anise + fennel

Contraindications: not for use with blood pressure lowering medications, digitalis-based medications, steroids, and diuretics. Nor in individuals with edema, hypertension, hypokalemia or renal failure.

KindFolk
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