Glycyrrhiza glabra
Root
Botanical
Mulethi
Sweet liquorice root, soothing to the throat, the stomach and the skin.
- Botanical name
- Glycyrrhiza glabra
- Also known as
- Liquorice, Yashtimadhu
- Part used
- Root
- Evidence
- Clinical evidence Evidence level 4 of 5
- Key compounds
- Glycyrrhizin, glabridin and liquiritin.
- Body systems
- Skin, Vitality and immunity
In tradition
Yashtimadhu is used to soothe mucous membranes and in skin care for an even tone.
In research
Glycyrrhizin gives its sweetness, and glabridin is studied in skin care for its effect on pigmentation.
Strength of evidence
Clinical evidence Evidence level 4 of 5Tested in randomised trials in people, usually small or short. How we grade evidence.
Safety and cautions
Large amounts of liquorice taken for long periods can raise blood pressure and lower potassium. Seek advice if you have high blood pressure, heart or kidney disease.
Products that contain it
Ingredient pages summarise traditional use and the direction of published research for education. They are not claims about any product and are not medical advice.
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