Licorice – For digestion, the immune system, and teeth – Monastery Recipes

Description

Licorice is a perennial herbaceous plant with medicinal properties.

Its sweet taste is due to glycyrrhizin, its main component, which is 60 times sweeter than sugar. It also contains steroids (estrogens).

Licorice has anti-rheumatic properties similar to those of cortisone. The parts used are the root and underground stem of the plant that is over 3 years old.

Properties:
● For laryngitis.
● For pharyngitis.
● Helps in quitting smoking.
● For the digestive system.
● Relieves heartburn.
● Excellent for colitis.
● Heals stomach ulcers.
● Reduces colon spasms.
● 50 times sweeter than sugar.
● For diabetes and cholesterol.
● For stress-related issues.
● Fights gastritis.
● For colic.
● For bronchitis.
● Helps in cases of pneumonia and cough.
● Improves breathing.

Warning: When licorice is consumed in large quantities, it can lead to dangerously low potassium levels, which may cause heart problems and muscle function issues.

Net weight 30g