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Licorice Root

Natural approach for Sore Throat & Cough

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🌿 About Licorice Root

Glycyrrhizin in licorice root soothes irritated mucous membranes and has antiviral properties.

✅ Key Benefits

💚Soothes membranes
💚Antiviral
💚Anti-inflammatory
💚Expectorant

📋 How to Use Licorice Root

Steep 1 tbsp dried licorice root in hot water for 10 min. Gargle or drink 2-3x daily.

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

Avoid with high blood pressure. Do not use long-term (>2 weeks).

☠️ Overdose & Toxicity Risks

⚠️ What happens if taken in excess:

Licorice root is one of the most dangerous herbs when overconsumed. Glycyrrhizin causes the body to retain sodium and excrete potassium — doses exceeding 100mg glycyrrhizin/day (equivalent to ~50g licorice root) can cause severe hypokalemia, hypertension, edema, and cardiac arrhythmias. Cases of cardiac arrest from excessive licorice consumption have been documented. Long-term use (>6 weeks) even at moderate doses can cause pseudoaldosteronism. Use DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice) form for long-term use.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How do you use Licorice Root?
Steep 1 tbsp dried licorice root in hot water for 10 min. Gargle or drink 2-3x daily.
Is Licorice Root safe?
Avoid with high blood pressure. Do not use long-term (>2 weeks).
What happens if you take too much Licorice Root?
Licorice root is one of the most dangerous herbs when overconsumed. Glycyrrhizin causes the body to retain sodium and excrete potassium — doses exceeding 100mg glycyrrhizin/day (equivalent to ~50g licorice root) can cause severe hypokalemia, hypertension, edema, and cardiac arrhythmias. Cases of cardiac arrest from excessive licorice consumption have been documented. Long-term use (>6 weeks) even at moderate doses can cause pseudoaldosteronism. Use DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice) form for long-term use.

📢 Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new supplement. Sources are linked for verification.

📚 Clinical Research & Sources

  1. Glycyrrhizin, an active component of liquorice roots, and replication of SARS-associated coronavirus — Cinatl J et al Lancet (2003)[PubMed ↗]

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