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Licorice root (extract)
Description
This premium extract was made using roots that are harvested at their peak potency from a certified organic farm. The roots are immediately processed into the extract to ensure maximum levels of valuable constituents. Read more about organic Licorice.
Key Benefits
- Classified as an adaptogen: a substance which promotes endurance and vitalty
Product Features
- 100% Certified Organic
- Gluten-Free
- GMO-Free
- Herb Identity Guaranteed
- 100% Vegetarian
- Pure: No Artificial Ingredients
Label Information
Organic Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) 250 mg per mL
Other Ingredients: Organic alcohol, water
Suggested Use
Take 1 mL twice daily in warm water. 1 mL = approx. 40 drops. Not for long term use, unless under the guidance of a health care professional.
Background and Use
Licorice root has been used since ancient times, across many cultures as food and as medicine. In Chinese medicine, Licorice is an ingredient in nearly all herbal formulas for the traditional purpose of "harmonizing" the separate herbs involved. This important tonic herb is often called "the grandfather of herbs."
Chinese medical practitioners believe that Licorice is such a good harmonizing herb because it protects the body from the effect of some of the stronger herbs that may be added in some Chinese herbal formulas. It does this by protecting the liver cells from free-radical damage. By doing so it also augments the liver's ability to process toxins.
Precautions
Use with caution if you have been diagnosed with congestive heart failure, coronary heart disease, kidney or liver disease, fluid retention (edema), underlying electrolyte disturbances, hormonal abnormalities, or if you are taking diuretics or heart medications, specifically Digitalis or Digoxin. Do not use if you have high blood pressure or hypokalemia (low potassium). Not recommended for long term use. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if pregnant. Not recommended while nursing, until further research verifies no contraindications. Discontinue if unusual symptoms occur. Do not exceed recommended dose unless under the guidance of a health care professional.
Please visit our Prescription Drugs and Medications Index for a listing of all contraindicated Blood Pressure OR Diuretics OR Cardiac Glycosides, Digitoxin or Digoxin.
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth