Traditional uses:

Licorice is traditionally used as an adjuvant in: bronchitis, pharyngitis, cough, constipation, hyperacid gastritis, gastric and duodenal ulcers, kidney and gallstones, rheumatism, arthritis, menopausal and menstrual disorders. It is also appreciated as a natural sweetener and flavoring.

Composition:

Licorice roots (Glycyrrhiza glabra L., fam. Leguminosae)

Active principles:

Contains triterpene saponosides, flavones, chalcones, coumarins, sterols, polyholosides, sugars, starch, resins, proteins and mineral substances.

Pharmacological action:

Anti-inflammatory

Diuretic

Expectorant and emollient

Fluidifying bronchial secretions

Antiulcerative and healing

Antispastic

Estrogenic

Analgesic

Bacteriostatic

Immunostimulator

Laxative or purgative (depending on the dose)

Directions for use:

Internal: Prepare an infusion of one teaspoon of the product in 250 ml of boiling water. Cover the container and leave to infuse for 10–15 minutes, then strain. Consume 2–3 cups per day.

Contraindications:

Not recommended in:

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

High blood pressure

Cardio-renal edema

Cirrhosis

Cholestasis

Chronic renal colic

Obesity

Hypokalemia

⚠️ Licorice should not be used in case of hypertension without medical advice and should not be administered concomitantly with corticosteroids.

Presentation:

Box with 50 g of tea.