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Licorice Root Powder Facts

Dried licorice roots, source of traditional licorice root powder

Licorice Root Powder Facts

Licorice root comes from Glycyrrhiza glabra, a plant native to Europe and Asia. It has been used for centuries in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine for its naturally sweet flavor and broad health-supporting properties.

Key Benefits of Licorice Root Powder:

Helps promote a healthy cortisol response through adrenal support.
Soothes the digestive tract and supports mucosal lining integrity.
Contributes to balanced immune responses.

Why it Matters:

Stress and lifestyle factors often disrupt both digestion and adrenal balance ¹.
In APA surveys, ~75% of adults report stress affects health, highlighting interest in adaptogenic or wellness-supportive botanicals ².
Licorice root is not commonly found in the Western diet and is typically consumed in herbal teas or standardized extracts. Standardized forms allow for precise delivery of key compounds while minimizing risk (e.g., use of DGL for safer long-term use). It also works synergistically with other adaptogens like ashwagandha and eleuthero for comprehensive stress support.

Citations:

1. Chu LW, et al. Licorice root and cortisol regulation. J Ethnopharmacol. 2024;319(pt 1):117141. doi:10.1016/j.jep.2023.117141
2. American Psychological Association (APA). Stress in America 2022. Published 2022. https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress