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Famous for its delicious distinctive flavor, licorice is essential in innumerable candy, confection and beverage recipes and makes an estimable liqueur. It is also a traditional herbal remedy with an ancient history and world wide usage. Modern research has shown licorice to have effects upon, amongst other organs, the endocrine system and liver. As an anti-hepatotoxic licorice tea is helpful in the treatment of chronic hepatitis and cirrhosis, for which it is been widely used in Japan. Much of the liver orientated research has focused upon the triterpene glycyrrhizin. This inhibits hepatocyte injury caused by carbon tetrachloride, benzene hexachloride and PCB. Antibody production is enhanced by glycyrrhizin, possibly through the production of interleukin. Glycyrrhizin inhibits the growth of several DNA and RNA viruses, inactivating Herpes simplex virus particles irreversibly. It has a variety of uses in bronchial problems such as catarrh, bronchitis and coughs in general. Licorice is used in allopathic medicine as a treatment for peptic ulceration, a similar use to its herbal use in gastritis and ulcers. It can be used in the relief of abdominal colic. Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal': The action of Liquorice is demulcent, moderately pectoral and emollient. It is a popular and well-known remedy for coughs, consumption and chest complaints generally, notably bronchitis, and is an ingredient in almost all popular cough medicines on account of its valuable soothing properties. The Extract enters into the composition of cough lozenges and pastilles, with sedatives and expectorants. It is largely used in conjunction with infusion of linseed in the treatment of irritable cough, sore throat and laryngitis, and an infusion made by boiling 1 OZ. of the bruised root deprived of its bark, with 1 pint of water for a few minutes, may be employed in the treatment of sore throat and in catarrhal conditions of the urinary intestinal tracts. The powdered root is useful in pill-making on account of its absorbent qualities, being used to impart stiffness to pill masses and to prevent the adhesion of pills Packed 450mg/cap Ingredients Glycyrrhiza glabra Packaging 100 vegicaps Warnings: Do not take during pregnancy. May cause increased production of aldosterone, a hormone that regulates the salt and water balance of the body, resulting in a rise of blood pressure. Do not use licorice root if you have diabetes, edema, heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, severe menstrual problems, glaucoma or history of stroke. May cause headaches, elevated blood pressure, hypertension, lethargy, upset stomach, diarrhea, facial puffiness, ankle swelling, edema (fluid retention), grogginess, weakness or shortness of breath. Should not be used on a daily basis for more than seven days in a row as it can affect the body's electrolyte balance, retaining sodium but depleting the body of potassium. This in turn can lead to high blood pressure and edema. Consult your practitioner for advice. Monitoring of blood pressure and electrolytes and increasing potassium intake are suggested. Women who suffer from PMS should not use licorice during PMS time due to its ability to cause water retention or bloating. Licorice is contraindicated for people with potassium problems. Manufacturer Vadik Herbs has produced quality Ayurvedic raw herbs and formulas since 1971 under the mantra of "Quality, Service, and Integrity." Vadik starts with the finest raw materials available cultivated from natural sources. Herbs are organically grown and wild crafted - no pesticides, insecticides, or artificial treatments are used in the growing of these herbs. After sourcing, harvesting, and cleaning, these materials are subjected to a series of in-depth quality control tests to ensure purity, potency and cleanliness. Quality checks continue throughout the various stages of manufacturing, as well as at the completion of production. By maintaining this intense level of quality control and developing new methods and techniques to ensure top product quality, Vadik Herbs perpetuates its long-standing position at the forefront of the Ayurvedic product industry.
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