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<\/a>Benefits of licorice<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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There are\u00a0more than 300 different compounds<\/a>\u00a0in licorice, some of which have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antimicrobial properties.<\/p>\n

Some clinical studies investigating the potential benefits of licorice have had promising results, particularly in the following areas:<\/p>\n

Skin inflammation and infection<\/h3>\n

Many\u00a0compounds<\/a>\u00a0in licorice root may help to reduce\u00a0inflammation<\/a>\u00a0of the skin and other parts of the body.<\/p>\n

These compounds can help to treat several skin conditions. For example, one animal study showed that glycyrrhizin extract from licorice root\u00a0may relieveTrusted Source<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0symptoms associated with\u00a0eczema<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Learn more about natural treatments for eczema here.<\/a><\/p>\n

Stomach discomfort and ulcers<\/h3>\n

Infection with bacteria called\u00a0Helicobacter pylori<\/em>\u00a0can cause\u00a0peptic ulcers<\/a>\u00a0in some people.\u00a0A clinical trial<\/a>\u00a0of 120 people found that the addition of licorice extract to the standard treatment significantly improved\u00a0H. Pylori<\/em>\u00a0eradication.<\/p>\n

Other reviewsTrusted Source<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0have found further links between forms of licorice extract and anti-ulcer activity.<\/p>\n

Deglycyrrhizinated licorice\u00a0(DGL) is a form of processed licorice extract that contains less glycyrrhizin.\u00a0Small studies<\/a>\u00a0show that DGL supplements can reduce symptoms of general gastric and intestinal irritation.<\/p>\n

Hepatitis C<\/h3>\n

Glycyrrhizin may help treat\u00a0hepatitis C<\/a>, a virus that infects the liver. Without treatment, hepatitis C can cause inflammation and long-term liver damage.<\/p>\n

Researchers<\/a>\u00a0have reported that glycyrrhizin demonstrates antimicrobial activity against hepatitis C in cell samples and may hold promise as a future treatment for this virus.<\/p>\n

Tooth decay<\/h3>\n

Some research suggests that licorice extract may help kill bacteria in the mouth that cause tooth decay.<\/p>\n

A 2020 reviewTrusted Source<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0found that licorice root extract can help reduce the growth of\u00a0Streptococcus mutans<\/em>\u00a0bacteria in the mouth. This, in turn, lessens environmental acidity around the teeth and helps to prevent dental cavities from forming.<\/p>\n

Sore throat<\/h3>\n

Different forms of licorice may help treat\u00a0sore throats<\/a>\u00a0and other upper respiratory disorders. Many people claim that drinking licorice root tea helps to reduce minor irritation and soothe sore throats. However, the majority of these claims are anecdotal.<\/p>\n

Research has also shown various licorice preparations to have a positive impact in clinical settings.<\/p>\n

A\u00a0literature reviewTrusted Source<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0concluded that topical application of licorice before surgery reduces the incidence and severity of postoperative sore throat (POST).<\/p>\n

Another similar study<\/a>\u00a0found that solutions with a higher concentration of licorice were more effective than less concentrated solutions in improving POST.<\/p>\n

Herbal remedies containing licorice root may also help to\u00a0reduce symptoms<\/a>\u00a0of asthma. However, only animal studies have directly assessed the effect of licorice on asthma symptoms, and human research is necessary to confirm or disprove its efficacy.<\/p>\n

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