Licorice ( Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Other Names::
Licorice is known for its sweet flavor and medicinal properties. It is often used to soothe sore throats and digestive issues.
Avoid in individuals with high blood pressure or kidney disease.
Energetics::
Moistening
Increase moisture content of tissues: lubricate and soften dry, brittle or hardened tissues
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Properties::
Adaptogen
Treat the endocrine system and stress. Modulate and rewire response to cortisol needs, increase and improve our reaction to stress
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Antitussive
Prevent or relieve a cough
Demulcent (Mucilant)
Relieve inflammation or irritation of tissues: gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts. good for coughs or pain from breathing
Hypertensive
High blood pressure
Demulcent
Expectorant
Facilitates removal or secretions and phlegm
Laxative
Gentle movement of the bowels
Antiviral
Opposes the action of a virus
Immunomodulatory
Nourishing
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Digestive System
Respiratory System
Constitutional
Respiratory
Digestive
Formulas
Chest, sinus, congestion
Give relief of congestion in lungs and sinuses. Best as a tea, the heat and inhalation helps the process more than a tincture. Rose hips are optional.
Anti-Viral (Flu)
Specific for Influenza
Bronchial Inflamation/Constriction (Asthma)
Useful for asthma, spastic coughing. Tincture is best because of the wild cherry bark but if infusion, simmer cherry bark alone for 10 -15 minutes, then strain and add other herbs and let steep.