What are the therapeutic benefits of licorice root, and how does its bioactive compounds contribute to its effectiveness in treating various health conditions?

Licorice root is an herb that is considered to be one of the world’s oldest herbal remedies. It will help inhibit high levels of cortisol and is really good for inflammation. However, you should know that consuming too much licorice extract could cause you to start losing potassium and retain sodium.

Benefits

• Anti-ulcer

• Good for gastritis

• Good for viral hepatitis (especially the type that is an autoimmune condition)

• Anti-inflammatory

• Good for coughing

• Helps with stress by balancing cortisol

Where to get it

Depending on what form of licorice root you want, you can get it at a grocery store or health food store, or order it online.