AYURVEDIC HERB SUPPLEMENTS

Licorice Root (yastimadhu) HERBAL POWDER (GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA)

Sweet, cooling demulcent that soothes, reduces harshness and heals wounds. It improves energy and stress tolerance, increases weight, and builds moisture and estrogen.

How Does This Ayurvedic Herb Supplement Improve Wellness?

CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEW

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Licorice is a sweet, cooling demulcent that builds moisture and weight. As an adrenal tonic, it improves energy & stress tolerance. Licorice aids wound healing, is anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective. It is an ideal harmonizer and anti-poisonous. It is estrogenic, anti-testosterone, anti-oxytocic & anti-prolactin.

In the lungs Licorice acts as an expectorant and demulcent. Traditionally used for respiratory complaints, to soothe sore throats and gastric ulcers.

Extensively used in Chinese medicine to nourish the kidneys, licorice root causes water retention and helps rehydrate the body in for dry Vata people (due to Glycerrhizin, a triterpene saponin resembling aldosterone). Contraindicated for high Kapha and blood pressure.

Mitigates Pitta, Vata, and rakta. Cold in potency, sweet, & unctuous. Hard to digest. Used for the eyes, hairs,and voice. Helps thirst, restore strength and color, and exhaustion. Cures wounds. Causes vomiting in excess.

Dosage: 1/8-1/4 tsp in warm water. Often used in herbal formulas.

4oz is approximately one month's supply.
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SUGGESTED USE

1/8-1/4 tsp 2x/day with warm water or as directed by your practitioner.
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Metabolic Nature of Licorice Root (Yastimadhu)

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INCREASES
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Increases These Biocharacteristics (Gunas)

Functional Ayurveda helps you assess imbalances through 20 main biocharacteristics (gunas). Aggravating these characteristics weakens your body and causes imbalance. By knowing which characteristics are habitually imbalanced in your body, you will be able to identify and correct imbalances before you get sick. Every characteristic has an opposite which balances it (i.e. hot balances cold). You restore balance by favoring diet and lifestyle choices that increase the opposite characteristic.

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COLD

ABOUT COLD BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Cold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.

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GOOEY

ABOUT GOOEY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Gooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.

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HEAVY

ABOUT HEAVY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Heavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.

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TASTES
Taste Help

The 6 Tastes

Taste is used to sense the most basic properties and effects of food. Each taste has a specific medicinal effect on your body. Cravings for food with certain tastes indicate your body is craving specific medicinal results from food. Taste is experienced on the tongue and represents your body's reaction to foods. Sweet taste causes physical satisfaction and attraction whereas bitter taste causes discomfort and aversion. Kapha should use less sweet taste while Vata and Pitta would benefit from using more sweet taste. One of the first signs of illness is that your taste and appetite for food changes. The six tastes are sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, and astringent. Do you crave foods with any of the tastes below?

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SWEET

ABOUT SWEET BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Sweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

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DOSHAS
Dosha Help

The Three Doshas / Body Types

According to the biocharacteristic theory of medicine, people tend to get sick, over and over again, due to habitual causes and imbalances that are unique to the person. Your body type summarizes this tendency, showing you the 'type' of conditions and imbalances that frequently challenge your health & wellness. Using body type, you can also identify remedies likely to improve your strength and resiliency. Your body type identifies physical and mental characteristics as well as your personal strengths and weaknesses. The calculation of your body type is based on your medical history.

The 3 functional body types (doshas), are Catabolic (Vata), Metabolic (Pitta), and Anabolic (Kapha). Catabolic individuals tend to break down body mass into energy. They are easily stimulated, hyperactive, underweight and dry. Metabolic individuals tend to burn or use energy. They tend to be rosy-cheeked, easily irritated, focused, driven, and easily inflamed. Anabolic individuals tend to store energy as body mass. If they store too much energy, they could gain weight easily and have congestion. Anabolic people tend to be stable and grounded.

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PACIFIES
Pitta pacifying Vata pacifying
AGGRAVATES
Kapha aggravating
HAS THE FOLLOWING
Moves Energy:
Downward

DOWNWARD

Downward-moving (Adho Gati Marga) substances move food downward in the GI tract, settle the nervous system, and relax muscles.

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Inward

INWARD

Inward moving substances promote introspection, self reflection, stillness, or slow the system down.

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Tissue (dhatu):
Blood Plasma Lymph

BLOOD-PLASMA-LYMPH

Plasma (Rasa Dhatu) includes plasma, white blood cells, and lymph.

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Affinity:
Energy Vitality

ENERGY-VITALITY

Includes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.

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, Liver Gallbladder, Respiratory Health
Family: Fabaceae
HERBAL ACTIONS
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Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Licorice Root (Yastimadhu)
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Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary. The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.

Antacid

ANTACID

Herbs that neutralize acidity in the gastrointestinal tract, the stomach in particular.

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Carminative

CARMINATIVE

Stimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward. Carminatives typically expel gas by relaxing the muscles of the intestines.

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Emetic

EMETIC

An herb that causes vomiting and nausea.

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, Inhibits Stomach Acid
Relieves Burning

RELIEVES-BURNING

Herbs that soothe a burn or reduce an internal burning sensation, such as aloe vera.

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Relaxes Eyes

RELAXES-EYES

Eases tension in eye muscles, so the eyes feel less strained, often by supporting the liver.

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Analgesic

ANALGESIC

Pain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.

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Nervine

NERVINE

Balances the nervous system. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, and even chronic pain. Often they are aromatic in nature.

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Adrenal Tonic

ADRENAL-TONIC

Strengthens, supports, or increases output of adrenals.

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Nutritive

NUTRITIVE

An herb that is strengthening and nourishing.

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Antifibrotic

ANTIFIBROTIC

Fibrosis of an organ is often a progressive leading to organ failure (i.e lungs, liver, kidney). While vulneraries usually help restore collagen, antifibrotic herbs often clear collagen. Aka fibrinolytic.

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Antipruritic

ANTIPRURITIC

Antipruritics are herbs that inhibit itching, often associated with skin conditions such as sunburns, allergic reactions, eczema, psoriasis, chickenpox, fungal infections, insect bites, or contact dermatitis (as in poison ivy rashes).

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Demulcent

DEMULCENT

Herbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.

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Vulnerary

VULNERARY

An herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).

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Soothes Throat

SOOTHES-THROAT

Soothes throat discomfort, including from a sore or ticklish throat.

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Antitussive

ANTITUSSIVE

Cough suppressant, particularly for dry coughs or a tickle in your throat.

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Expectorant

EXPECTORANT

Expectorants help you eliminate mucus from the lungs. These herbs often work by increasing the quantity of mucus, or thinning the mucus. Expectorants are indicated when phlegm congests the lower respiratory tract.

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Lung Tonic

LUNG-TONIC

Strengthens the lungs. Lung tonics include antifibrotic, vessel tonic, or nourishing herbs with an affinity for the lungs. They aid recovery in acute or chronic lung conditions.

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Mucolytic

MUCOLYTIC

An herb that breaks apart mucus, liquefying the mucus.

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Immune Calming

STRONG IMMUNE-CALMING

Herbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.

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Adaptogen

ADAPTOGEN

Herbs that promote stabilization of physiological processes and homeostasis. Adaptogens increase the body's ability to resist the damaging effects of stress and promote or restore normal physiological functioning.

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Anti Inflammatory

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY

Reduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.

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Antibacterial

ANTIBACTERIAL

Herbs that kill bacteria or slow their growth.

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Anticarcinogenic

ANTICARCINOGENIC

Herbs that inhibit or prevent the activity of a carcinogen or the development of cancer.

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Antimicrobial

ANTIMICROBIAL

An agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.

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Antipoisonous

ANTIPOISONOUS

An antidote for a poison. Many anti-poisonous herbs draw out a poison and are good for insect bites. Others help burn it up.

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Antiviral

ANTIVIRAL

Herbs that inhibit the development of viral infections. Antivirals also can be found in essential oils of some herbs, such as eucalyptus oil.

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, Immune Modulator,
Immune Stimulant

IMMUNE-STIMULANT

Stimulates and strengthens the immune system. Helpful when fighting off a cold or flu.

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Refrigerant

STRONG REFRIGERANT

An herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.

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Alterative

ALTERATIVE

Restores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.

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Rebuilds Fluids

REBUILDS-FLUIDS

Herbs or substances that create moisture in the body and increase fluids.

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Antidiuretic

ANTIDIURETIC

An herb that suppresses the formation of urine. They help retain fluids and rehydrate by reducing urination. They oppose diuresis.

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Hepatoprotective

STRONG HEPATOPROTECTIVE

An herb that is capable of preventing liver damage. Many hepatoprotectives work via antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

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Livotonic

LIVOTONIC

An herb that strengthens the liver. It is helpful for people with a history of substance abuse, chronic liver issues from hepatitis and hemolytic anemias. Generally, liver tonics are oily, cool, sweet, mildly sour, or contain beta-carotene.

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Anti Prolactin

ANTI-PROLACTIN

Reduces prolactin, a female hormone that suppresses the uterus, fertility, menstruation.

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Antiandrogen

ANTIANDROGEN

Reduces androgen (testosterone), which can reduce excess growth, drive, and libido. Reduces skin oiliness. Helpful for prostate enlargement.

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Estrogenic

ESTROGENIC

Increases estrogen, helpful in menopause. Estrogen is anabolic and increases muscle growth, bone density, and moisture.

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Progesteronic

PROGESTERONIC

Progeserone is the pregnancy hormone. It raises body temperature (Pitta), and suppresses menstruation. It is generally more extroverted.

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Constituents:
5a Reductase Inhibitor,
Aromatase Inhibitor

AROMATASE-INHIBITOR

Blocks estrogen synthesis by inhibiting conversion of progesterone and testosterone into estrogen.

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Inositol

INOSITOL

Inositol is an alcohol sugar made naturally in the human body from glucose. It is lipotropic (aiding fat metabilism in the liver). It affects a variety of hormones, neurotransmitters, steroid, growth factors and water.

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Saponins

SAPONINS

Can be used to make soap. Saponins stimulate mucus membrane secretion, liquefying mucus for easy removal (expectorant).

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Foods with a Similar Nature to Licorice Root (Yastimadhu)

Turmeric Root (Fresh)

Turmeric Root (Fresh) has these Actions in Common

Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Carminative, Immune-modulator, Adrenal-tonic, Anti-inflammatory, Anticarcinogenic, Antipoisonous, Hepatoprotective, Vulnerary, Alterative, Antiandrogen, Antifibrotic, Antipruritic, Immune-calming

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Turmeric

Turmeric has these Actions in Common

Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Carminative, Immune-modulator, Anti-inflammatory, Anticarcinogenic, Antipoisonous, Hepatoprotective, Vulnerary, Alterative, Antiandrogen, Antifibrotic, Antipruritic, Immune-calming

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Chickweed

Chickweed has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Hepatoprotective, Rebuilds-fluids, Anti-prolactin, Mucolytic, Refrigerant, Alterative, Demulcent, Nutritive, Vulnerary

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Fennel Seeds

Fennel Seeds has these Actions in Common

Antitussive, Expectorant, Nervine, Analgesic, Carminative, Immune-calming, Vulnerary, Antiandrogen, Estrogenic, Lung-tonic

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Thyme (fresh)

Thyme (fresh) has these Actions in Common

Nervine, Adaptogen, Antimicrobial, Lung-tonic, Vulnerary, Anti-prolactin, Expectorant, Mucolytic, Antibacterial, Immune-calming

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Sage

Sage has these Actions in Common

Analgesic, Expectorant, Mucolytic, Anti-prolactin, Immune-calming, Nervine, Adrenal-tonic, Estrogenic, Immune-stimulant, Vulnerary

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Honey

Honey has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Nutritive, Antimicrobial, Expectorant, Soothes-throat, Antitussive, Mucolytic, Vulnerary

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Cassava Root / Yuca

Cassava Root / Yuca has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Nutritive, Relieves-burning, Demulcent, Rebuilds-fluids, Vulnerary, Expectorant, Refrigerant

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Lemon

Lemon has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Carminative, Relaxes-eyes, Antimicrobial, Expectorant, Vulnerary, Antitussive, Refrigerant

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Fenugreek

Fenugreek has these Actions in Common

Carminative, Expectorant, Vulnerary, Demulcent, Nervine, Anti-inflammatory, Estrogenic, Nutritive

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Basil

Basil has these Actions in Common

Lung-tonic, Antiandrogen, Immune-calming, Nervine, Antibacterial, Immune-stimulant, Anti-inflammatory, Carminative

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Herb Supplements with a Similar Nature to Licorice Root (Yastimadhu)

Licorice Ghee (9oz)

Licorice Ghee (9oz) has these Actions in Common

Antiandrogen, Antitussive, Immune-calming, Nutritive, Adaptogen, Antibacterial, Antiviral, Immune-modulator, Progesteronic, Adrenal-tonic, Anticarcinogenic, Carminative, Immune-stimulant, Rebuilds-fluids, Alterative, Antidiuretic, Demulcent, Inhibits-stomach-acid, Refrigerant, Analgesic, Antifibrotic, Emetic, Livotonic, Relaxes-eyes, Antacid, Antimicrobial, Estrogenic, Lung-tonic, Relieves-burning, Anti-inflammatory, Antipoisonous, Expectorant, Mucolytic, Soothes-throat, Anti-prolactin, Antipruritic, Hepatoprotective, Nervine, Vulnerary

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Astragalus

Astragalus has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Lung-tonic, Antifibrotic, Nervine, Antiviral, Vulnerary, Hepatoprotective, Immune-calming, Immune-modulator, Adaptogen, Immune-stimulant, Adrenal-tonic, Livotonic

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Red Clover

Red Clover has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Estrogenic, Lung-tonic, Alterative, Nutritive, Analgesic, Rebuilds-fluids, Anti-inflammatory, Relieves-burning, Antiandrogen, Vulnerary, Anticarcinogenic

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Echinacea

Echinacea has these Actions in Common

Analgesic, Mucolytic, Anti-inflammatory, Refrigerant, Antibacterial, Vulnerary, Antimicrobial, Antipoisonous, Antiviral, Immune-modulator, Alterative, Immune-stimulant

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Shatavari

Shatavari has these Actions in Common

Antacid, Relaxes-eyes, Anti-inflammatory, Relieves-burning, Antimicrobial, Soothes-throat, Demulcent, Vulnerary, Estrogenic, Nutritive, Progesteronic, Refrigerant

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Bhringaraj

Bhringaraj has these Actions in Common

Hepatoprotective, Immune-calming, Adrenal-tonic, Livotonic, Analgesic, Nervine, Anti-inflammatory, Vulnerary, Antimicrobial, Antipoisonous, Antipruritic, Emetic

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Dong Quai

Dong Quai has these Actions in Common

Antifibrotic, Carminative, Estrogenic, Adaptogen, Expectorant, Analgesic, Hepatoprotective, Anti-inflammatory, Immune-calming, Anti-prolactin, Nervine, Anticarcinogenic

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Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam)

Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam) has these Actions in Common

Hepatoprotective, Immune-calming, Alterative, Immune-modulator, Anti-inflammatory, Nervine, Antibacterial, Relieves-burning, Antimicrobial, Antipruritic, Antiviral

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Yarrow

Yarrow has these Actions in Common

Estrogenic, Immune-calming, Alterative, Immune-stimulant, Analgesic, Livotonic, Anti-inflammatory, Vulnerary, Anti-prolactin, Antimicrobial, Carminative

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Amalaki

Amalaki has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Refrigerant, Antacid, Relaxes-eyes, Anti-inflammatory, Antifibrotic, Carminative, Hepatoprotective, Nutritive, Adaptogen, Rebuilds-fluids

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TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMS

Licorice Root (Yastimadhu) may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any herb supplement for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.

CONTRAINDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMS

Licorice Root (Yastimadhu) may be harmful or contraindicated for these symptoms. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.

HERB DRUG INTERACTION RISK

Here are some potential herb drug interactions. Please see your health care provider for more information.
  • Alterative: Anything that strengthens or cleanses the liver can clear drugs mroe quickly, requiring a higher dose.
  • Analgesic: If the mechanism of pain relief is narcotic, do not combine with antihistamines.
  • Antidiuretic: Could potentially raise blood pressure although cases of adverse effects are rare. May prevent clearing of pharmaceuticals via the kidney, magnify their effect and dose.
  • Antitussive: Many anti-tussives are sedatives - so caution when combining with other sedatives, stimulants, or antihistamines.
  • Hepatoprotective: Anything that strengthens or cleanses the liver can clear drugs mroe quickly, requiring a higher dose.
  • Livotonic: Anything that strengthens or cleanses the liver can clear drugs mroe quickly, requiring a higher dose.

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