Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice
The plant used to make licorice root is native to Europe and Asia. For thousands of years, the herb licorice has been used for its culinary and medicinal value. From the common cold to liver disease, licorice root has been employed in Eastern and Western medicine. Its calming and coating properties make it an effective demulcent, and its expectorant properties aid in clearing the chest of mucus.
The chemical found in licorice root, which gives the plant its alternative name, “sweet root,” is around 50 times sweeter than sugar. Although not all of its modern-day applications are backed by science, it is nevertheless utilized to treat various ailments.
In big doses, the adverse effects of consuming licorice root, which includes glycyrrhizin, may be rather severe. Deglycyrrhizinated licorice, also known as DGL, is safer to consume than licorice root since the sugar is removed. It is occasionally used to treat GERD, peptic ulcers, canker sores, and acid reflux without immediate side effects such as hypertension.
Due to its chemical constituents, licorice is considered to have anti-inflammatory, anti-cough, and ulcer-healing properties. It is also shown to inhibit the development of H. pylori, restore the digestive system lining and provide symptom relief. Deglycyrrhizinated licorice is available as a dietary supplement. However, existing cardiac issues or high blood pressure may be exacerbated by the daily use of more than 2 ounces for more than two weeks.
