Licorice Root Premium Dried Herb (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

Licorice Root: The Sweet Harmonizer

(Glycyrrhiza glabra – Gan Cao)

Discover Licorice Root, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Gan Cao, or the "Sweet Harmonizer." For centuries, Licorice Root has been traditionally valued in both TCM and Ayurveda as an adaptogenic herb to support respiratory comfort, digestive wellness, immune resilience, and balanced inflammatory responses. Its naturally sweet flavor gently harmonizes herbal blends, softens bitterness, and enhances overall wellness.

Renowned herbalist Stephen Harrod Buhner traditionally utilizes Licorice Root in his protocols, valuing it for immune balance, inflammation response, and systemic harmony.

Key Benefits of Licorice Root (Gan Cao)

• Respiratory & Digestive Wellness: Traditionally used to support respiratory comfort and digestive harmony.
• Immune Balance: Encourages immune resilience, especially during seasonal transitions.
• Adaptogenic Support: Traditionally promotes vitality and resilience during stress.
• Gentle Inflammation Response: Supports balanced inflammatory processes for overall comfort.

How to Use Licorice Root

• Serving Size: 1–2 tsp (approx. 2–4 grams)
• Herbal Tea (Decoction): Simmer 1–2 tsp in 8–10 oz water for 10–15 minutes. Strain and enjoy daily.
• Pro Tip: Blend Licorice Root with Astragalus or Baikal Skullcap to traditionally enhance adaptogenic support and vitality.

Ingredients: 100% dried Licorice Root slices (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Origin: China
Storage: Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
Net Weight: 4 oz (113g)

Synergistic Herbal Allies

Licorice Root blends harmoniously with these herbs for enhanced wellness:

• Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata): Traditionally supports immune resilience and systemic balance.
• Astragalus Root (Astragalus membranaceus): Complements Licorice's adaptogenic qualities and promotes vitality.
• Baikal Skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis): Encourages balanced inflammation response, respiratory comfort, and digestive wellness.

The Roots of Harmony and Resilience

In both TCM and Ayurveda, Licorice Root has long been prized as a harmonizing herb—traditionally balancing herbal formulations, supporting immune wellness, promoting digestive comfort, and providing gentle adaptogenic support. Its naturally sweet character gently guides the body toward harmony, resilience, and overall balance.

Whether enjoyed in tea or incorporated into herbal blends, Licorice Root traditionally offers gentle, sweet support to encourage harmony and resilience.

References

Stephen Harrod Buhner, Healing Lyme: Natural Healing and Prevention of Lyme Borreliosis and Its Coinfections, 2nd Edition. North Atlantic Books, 2015.

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