Licorice • Glycyrrhiza glabra
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.