Role of Licorice in gut health
These earthy roots have valuable phytochemicals, especially glycyrrhizin or glycyrrhizic acid that provide protection against gut-illnesses, such as:
Gastritis
Licorice roots protect the stomach from irritants like stomach acid, and soothen the stomach by preventing further damage and speeding up the repair.
Bloating
Licorice root helps in relieving heartburn, indigestion, and bloating.
Peptic ulcer
Glycyrrhizic acid can prevent the growth of H.pylori (bacteria responsible for peptic ulcer) in the gut, thereby preventing the risk of peptic ulcer.
Leaky gut
The deglycyrrhizinated licorice extracts can easily permeate through the intestinal cells and act against the source causing leaky gut.
Constipation
The high fiber content in the roots favors its laxative property. It adds bulk to the stool and eases bowel movements.
Licorice is a wonder herb in
Treating skin diseases
Managing liver disease
Treating lung diseases
Treating tooth decay
Boosting immunity
Relieving stress
