Nature's Answer Licorice Root | Herbal Supplement | Supports Digestive Health | Non-GMO & Kosher | Alcohol-Free, Gluten-Free & Vegan 1oz

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Licorice root has an impressive list of well documented uses and is probably one of the most over-looked of all herbal remedies. It is used for many ailments including asthma, athlete's foot, baldness, body odour, bursitis, canker sores, chronic fatigue, depression, colds and flu, coughs, dandruff, emphysema, gingivitis and tooth decay, gout, heartburn, HIV, viral infections, fungal infections, ulcers, liver problems, Lyme disease, menopause, psoriasis, shingles, sore throat, tendinitis, tuberculosis, ulcers, yeast infections, prostate enlargement and arthritis.Licorice root contains many anti-depressant compounds and is an excellent alternative to St. John's Wort. As a herbal medicine it has an impressive list of well documented uses and is probably one of the most over-looked of all herbal wonders. Licorice is useful for many ailments including asthma, athlete's foot, baldness, body odor, bursitis, canker sores, chronic fatigue, depression, colds and flu, coughs, dandruff, emphysema, gingivitis and tooth decay, gout, heartburn, HIV, viral infections, fungal infections, ulcers, liver problems, Lyme disease, menopause, psoriasis, shingles, sore throat, tendinitis, tuberculosis, ulcers, yeast infections, prostate enlargement and arthritis.Hundreds of potentially healing substances have been identified in licorice as well, including compounds called flavonoids and various plant estrogens (phytoestrogens). The herb's key therapeutic compound, glycyrrhizin (which is 50 times sweeter than sugar) exerts numerous beneficial effects on the body, making licorice a valuable herb for treating a host of ailments. It seems to prevent the breakdown of adrenal hormones such as cortisol (the body's primary stress-fighting adrenal hormone), making these hormones more available to the body.It has a well-documented reputation for healing ulcers. It can lower stomach acid levels, relieve heartburn and indigestion and acts as a mild laxative.It can also be used for irritation, inflammation and spasm in the digestive tract. Through its beneficial action on the liver, it increases bile flow and lowers cholesterol levels.Licorice also appears to enhance immunity by boosting levels of interferon, a key immune system chemical that fights off attacking viruses. It also contains powerful antioxidants as well as certain phytoestrogens that can perform some of the functions of the body's natural estrogens; very helpful during the menopause. Glycyrrhizinic acid also seems to stop the growth of many bacteria and of viruses such as influenza A.In the respiratory system it has a similarly soothing and healing action, reducing irritation and inflammation and has an expectorant effect, useful in irritating coughs, asthma and chest infections.It has an aspirin-like action and is helpful in relieving fevers and soothing pain such as headaches. Its anti-allergenic effect is very useful for hay fever, allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis and bronchial asthma. Possibly by its action on the adrenal glands, licorice has the ability to improve resistance to stress. It should be thought of during times of both physical and emotional stress, after surgery or during convalescence, or when feeling tired and run down.Licorice with glycyrrhizin may help to:Control respiratory problems and sore throat. Licorice eases congestion and coughing by helping to loosen and thin mucus in airways; this makes a cough more "productive," bringing up phlegm and other mucus bits. Licorice also helps to relax bronchial spasms. The herb also soothes soreness in the throat and fights viruses that cause respiratory illnesses and an overproduction of mucus.Lessen symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. By enhancing cortisol activity, glycyrrhizin helps to increase energy, ease stress and reduce the symptoms of ailments sensitive to cortisol levels, such as chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromylagia.Combat hepatitis. Licorice both protects the liver and promotes healing in this vital organ. The herb's anti-inflammatory properties help calm hepatitis-associated liver inflammation. Licorice also fights the virus commonly responsible for hepatitis and supplies valuable antioxidant compounds that help maintain the overall health of the liver.Treat PMS and menstrual problems. The phytoestrogens in licorice have a mild estrogenic effect, making the herb potentially useful in easing certain symptoms of PMS (premenstrual syndrome), such as irritability, bloating and breast tenderness. Although the glycyrrhizin in licorice actually inhibits the effect of the body's own estrogens, the mild estrogenic effect produced by licorice's phytoestrogens manages to override this inhibiting action.Prevent heart disease. Recent studies have found that by limiting the damage from LDL ("bad") cholesterol, licorice may discourage artery-clogging plaque formation and contribute to the healthy functioning of the heart. Research indicates that modest doses of licorice (100 mg a day) have this effect.

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Awesome product for improving fatigue. It's the only supplement that gives me energy that lasts long and doesn't taste terrible. I add a few drops in my water. It's very potent so best to start with small doses and increase as needed.

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I’m a hormonal-acne-prone Black woman with a medium deep skin tone that always gets PIH (post inflammatory hyperpigmentation) if I even look at my skin sideways. This means I get super dark marks on my face (or elsewhere) really easily.I’ve known that licorice root is an excellent skincare ingredient that helps break down PIH for a long while now, and have always made sure to purchase face products that included it. I’ve also been keeping my eye on this particular licorice root for years, saying I would buy it but never getting around to it. I’d heard people say it worked well for PIH, but was still skeptical. I am skeptical no more.I bought this Nature’s Answer Licorice Root a little over a week now. In conjunction with my other skincare products, it has managed to seriously fade my PIH in that timeframe. Usually I have to use targeted spot treatments under my tretinoin (and other skincare) to fade my dark marks, but I have been extremely lazy recently. I couldn’t be bothered to use the spot treatments nightly or even weekly. When I got this stuff, I started to be more diligent, making sure to apply it almost nightly in conjunction with my other skincare.Can I tell you how surprised I was to look in the mirror and see that the marks were SO MUCH MORE faded in such a short time?? It usually takes at least a month of acid peels, spot treatments and my about 10 step nighttime routine to get to this result. I wish I’d thought to take before and after pics, to be quite honest.Yes, it’s a somewhat thick dark brown liquid. Yes it will get on your pillow case and temporarily tint your skin brown. Neither of these things bother me because my skin is already brown and I wash my sheets often. It’s not like benzoyl peroxide, that will permanently bleach your sheets. I use a dark satin pillow case anyway, so it’s fine. The results are what matter, and these results are amazing.