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Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

Licorice root is incorporated into about a third of all Chinese herbal formulas. This is an indication that it has tremendous versatility. Licorice supports the effects of most all herbs. Perhaps, this is the main reason the Chinese call it the "Great adjunct". Licorice not only contains hormonal precursors but stimulates the production of estrogen. This has been shown to decrease the symptoms associated with hormone fluctuation, licorice is a demulcent and also has mild laxative properties. Licorice root has received official recognition in Britain. Belgium, France, and Germany. In many countries it is recognized for its anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties.