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==News About Licorice== | ==News About Licorice== | ||
'''Liquorice helps in fight against tooth decay''' | |||
*Source:http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/health/news/11621887/Liquorice-helps-in-fight-against-tooth-decay.html | |||
:(Agency, The Telegraph) | |||
Study finds the root has natural plant chemicals that kill mouth bacteria and prevent the build up of plaque | |||
There are numerous benefits of licorice root that people have taken advantage of for centuries. Licorice or liquorice comes from the Glycyrrhiza plant species and is valued for its rich flavor. Used for centuries to sweeten drinks, licorice extract is still widely used today in candies, gum, soft drinks and herbal teas. | |||
•8 Amazing Health Benefits Of Licorice Root | |||
:Immune system | |||
Licorice root to stimulate the immune system, and it is very helpful for people who have auto immune diseases such as Lupus, scleroderma or rheumatoid arthritis. | |||
:Healthy hair and skin | |||
Licorice root extract is often used in natural soaps, shampoos, body washes, and deodorants to ward off dandruff, athlete’s foot, skin rash, psoriasis and hyperpigmentation. | |||
:Menopause | |||
The phytoestrogenic and antioxidant activity of Licorice Root is believed to be helpful for hormonal disorders such as fatigue, mood swings, and hot flashes in menopausal women. | |||
:Protects Your Liver | |||
Licorice also helps treat liver disorders, such as jaundice, hepatitis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Its natural antioxidant property protects the liver from damage due to free radicals and toxic materials. | |||
:Fights Arthritis | |||
This herb has anti-inflammatory properties that can help treat chronic inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. | |||
It has an aspirin-like action that can help soothe pain and swelling, two common symptoms of arthritis. It reduces free-radical damage that causes inflammation and pain. | |||
:Gastric Disorders | |||
Liquorice is used in a number of ways to cure various gastrointestinal and stomach conditions. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, it is used to treat colic, heartburn, and chronic gastris (inflammation of the lining of the stomach). | |||
:Hepatitis | |||
The anti-inflammatory properties of liquorice cure hepatitis-associated liver inflammation. Liquorice is also said to fight the hepatitis C virus and supplies valuable antioxidant compounds that help maintain the overall health of the liver. | |||
:Obesity | |||
Licorice extracts may also be effective in preventing obesity. The anti-obesity action of licorice flavonoid oil indicated a significant reduction in the presence of abdominal adipose tissues and triglycerides levels of the body. | |||
:Ginger Licorice Tea Recipe | |||
Ingredients: | |||
2 quarts water | |||
¼ cup licorice root | |||
1 finger’s length fresh ginger, sliced | |||
Instructions: | |||
Fill a pot with 2 quarts of water | |||
Add the licorice root and fresh ginger | |||
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes | |||
Pour tea through a small mesh strainer piping hot into mugs and serve. | |||
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'''Liquorice stops 'herpes' cancer ''' | '''Liquorice stops 'herpes' cancer ''' | ||
*Source:http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/4307907.stm | *Source:http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/4307907.stm | ||