{"id":161405,"date":"2022-07-17T16:09:57","date_gmt":"2022-07-17T10:39:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=161405"},"modified":"2026-02-23T07:15:23","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T07:15:23","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-licorice-mulethi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-licorice-mulethi\/","title":{"rendered":"Licorice (Mulethi): Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, and More!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Licorice<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Licorice<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Licorice<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Licorice?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Licorice<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Licorice<\/a><\/li>
Interaction with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nLicorice, scientifically known as Glycyrrhiza glabra<\/em>, is one of the most popular medicinal plants belonging to the Fabaceae family^{1<\/sup><\/a>. It is a perennial herb grown in temperate zones. The plant parts used are runners and roots, which are collected in the fall season. The medicinal use of licorice in western and eastern cultures dates back thousands of years, it is also one of the most common ingredients in Chinese medicine}^{2<\/sup><\/a>. The name Glycyrrhiza is derived from the Greek terms \u2018glykos\u2019, meaning sweet, and \u2018rhiza\u2019, meaning root. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grown in India, China, Spain, Iran, Russia and Italy}^{3<\/sup><\/a>. Licorice is also known as, Jothi-madh and Mulaithi (Hindi), Licorice, Liqourices, and Sweet wood (English), and Licorice, Liqourices, and Sweet wood (Sanskrit).<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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Licorice root can help relieve symptoms of dyspepsia, such as stomach pain and discomfort. source: ncbi<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Licorice root can help promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. source: ncbi<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Licorice root can help reduce symptoms of indigestion and bloating. source: ncbi<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Licorice cough drops should not be used by pregnant or breastfeeding women without consulting a healthcare provider. source: NCCIH\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Licorice root may help to thin mucus and promote its expulsion from the respiratory tract. source: NCCIH\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Licorice<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nLicorice is the source of polysaccharides, simple sugars, proteins, amino acids, and mineral salts like calcium, sodium, potassium, iron, zinc, copper, phosphorous, magnesium, manganese, silicon, and selenium. It also contains vitamins like B1, B2, B3, B5, E and C. Pectins, starches, resins, and gums ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
The chief constituent of the roots is glycyrrhizin, a triterpenoid saponins 50 times sweeter than sucrose ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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I have great news for those suffering from indigestion problems! A study ^{6<\/sup><\/a> found that the root extract of licorice might be a natural and effective remedy for indigestion. It may reduce symptoms, improves individual discomforts, and boosts quality of life.<\/p>\n}Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Properties of Licorice<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The properties of licorice are given as follows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It may show antibacterial property<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may show anti-inflammatory property<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may show expectorant (helps in secretion of sputum) property<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may show demulcent (relieves irritation) property ^{4<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Potential Uses of Licorice<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nDue to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, there are many potential mulethi benefits and uses associated with licorice root extract ^{4<\/sup><\/a>.^{<\/sup>Potential uses of licorice against some health conditions are given below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}}
1. Potential uses of licorice for cancer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The potential use of licorice in different cancers has been observed in lab-scale studies. However, more research is required to support the use of licorice against human cancer. Therefore, you are advised to strictly adhere to the doctor\u2019s advice and treatment.<\/p>
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