Licorice Root

Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) has antiviral and antibacterial properties, making it effective against several microbes including herpes, candida, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and human respiratory syncytial virus (HRSV). Licorice Root is an adaptogen that can help the body manage and recover from stress. Licorice Root is an expectorant that can clear excess mucus and soothe irritated respiratory system, making it useful in treating sore throats and upper respiratory disorders. It is a natural antacid that helps to relieve heartburn, indigestion, gastric and stomach ulcers, and symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Licorice Root has anti-inflammatory properties that help protect and heal the liver. Due to its diuretic and mildly laxative effects, Licorices Root can reduce stomach bloating, water retention and constipation.