Healing With Licorice by Jenny Smith

Healing With Licorice explores the medicinal properties of licorice root, highlighting its benefits for digestive health, adrenal function, and respiratory support. This comprehensive guide delves into the historical uses of licorice, tracing its roots from ancient Egypt to Traditional Chinese Medicine, and combines this knowledge with modern scientific findings.

The book emphasizes licorice's adaptogenic qualities, which can help regulate cortisol levels and mitigate the impact of stress on the body. It also details how licorice can soothe the digestive tract, alleviating issues like ulcers and acid reflux, due to its anti-inflammatory properties.

The book begins by examining licorice's botanical aspects and active compounds, such as glycyrrhizin. It then progresses through its applications for gut health, adrenal support, and respiratory well-being, providing a balanced perspective on its benefits and limitations.

A key focus is on differentiating between licorice forms, like deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL), to minimize potential side effects such as increased blood pressure, ensuring safe and effective use for those seeking natural health solutions. The approach is informative and accessible, bridging scientific terminology with everyday language.