Licorice Root Benefits in Western Herbalism | When Not to Use

Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is one of the most widely used herbs in many herbal traditions of the world and for very good reasons. Learn about its top uses and features that make it an essential herb to have in your herbal pantry.

We'll discuss the differences between licorice extract (used in black licorice candy) Vs licorice root as an herbal substance as well as the difference between Chinese licorice (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) and common Glycyrrhiza glabra species. Plus, discover some of the potential side-effects of licorice and when not to consume it. (To jump to your topic of choice, scroll down for Video Chapter Timelines.)

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00:23 Intro
01:33 Comparison to Chinese Licorice
01:59 Licorice Candy Vs Licorice Root
02:56 What is Glycyrrhizin and Licorice Root Extract?
04:47 When Not to Use
06:43 Benefits in Traditional Western Herbalism
09:21 How to Use

Disclaimer: All information in this video is for educational and general purposes only and is the personal view of the authors; not intended as medical advice, diagnosis or prescription. This content has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to cure or prevent any disease. Always consult a medical professional to seek treatment for any health issue or medical concern.

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[SuperfoodEvolution]

In this video we cover the use of Licorice Root mainly as it pertains to Western Herbalism. We talk about both the benefits as well as potential side effects, even from Licorice candy!

[MrBobWareham]

when I was at school we used to by this licorice root sticks and monky nuts from a local herbal shop that was a long time agao I am now 75 so thanks

[alinajmi]

Excellent presentation with lots of information, thank you

[JennySEJ]

It's important to also note that it elevate prolactine levels, so it might cause hormonal imbalance in younger women who need the normal prolactine to be fertile. High prolactine causes the female body not to ovulate.

[TheNorfolkman]

As a child in the 1950s, I would go to the children’s matinee at our local cinema and chew on a licorice root whilst watching the movies.

[KSka-qwur]

Can you tell me how much licorice root powder I can safely take per day for adrenal fatigue and hypoglycemia? I've been taking 1/8 tsp a few times per day. Is this ok indefinitely?

[waterbuoy]

Excellent presentation. Subject - licorice root (dried) number 1 favorite herbal med. Very powerful often needs use of a buffer for benefit to health. Tks for heads up.

[sboubars]

How long can I use licorice for adrenal fatigue and also doesnt it lower testosterone?

[evangelistangelbowman]

Hi guys, thanks for the video. I felt it was a little bit drawn out though (if I had to make any criticism!) I liked the artfully done photos to make the sticks look more appealing :D. Liquorice is an extremely important product for individuals who are coming away from allopathic steroid treatment. My herbalist recommended to use it for a month then give it a break for a fortnight. In a nutshell, the liquorice tells the anterior pituitary gland to produce more ACTH. The ACTH tells the adrenal cortex to produce more cortisol (self-manufacture of steroids).

[diggorypat]

Can you make a video actually making tea or using the products

[ihanjust]

How many agerage sized roots is healthy to chew a day or a week? I can't find good numbers for this 😅

[eilzed]

🙏💚🙏💜🙏💙🙏❤🙏💛🙏 Thank you for an excellent informative video.🙏💜🙏💚🙏

[mwellmwell]

I don't understand why to not chew the root

[harveynicholas]

They used to sell these at York castle museum and I would buy one and chew on it for the rest of the day, so tasty 😋

[nara_duarte]

Bom dia ! Não entendo uma palavra em inglês porém consigo traduzir para português os comentários 🙏adorei descobrir alcaçuz pena que não consigo muda para plantar.

[whitneyflores]

Has anyone else been told not to take licorice root if allergic to peanuts as it’s in the same family?

[LanguageBLOX_Alt]

it is infact edible in the woody state to chew on

[robertnordeen]

Put in a tea ball the dip in my string coffee. Yummy.

[artcook]

I make my ice tea with licorice root hv since the sixties

[lesterlasa]

I was told by my doctor to not consume because it’s hard for the liver and I have fatty liver is this true thank you???