"Natural Healing with Herbs for a Healthier You"
THE BENEFITS OF THE USE OF LICORICE
IN HERBAL PREPARATIONS

DOSAGES & APPLICATIONS OF LICORICE
Licorice can be found in preparations such as a decoctions, elixir, fluid extract, infusion, powder, syrup, tablets and tincture. Licorice is often used as a sweetening or flavoring agent to mask the bitter taste of other medications. It is very soothing and protecting on inflamed surfaces; therefore licorice can be taken orally as well as applied topically. Often times Licorice is used in combination with other herbs. It is one of the more widely consumed herbs in the world because not only is it used medicinally but also the extract is used to flavor tobacco, chewing gum, confections, soft drinks, liqueurs, ice cream, and baked goods. It can also be found as the foaming agent in beers or fire extinguishers and made into a chemical wood pulp, which is pressed into a board.


Dosage:

Decotion                 1 teaspoonful to 1 tablespoonful as required
Fluid extract            ½ teaspoonful or 20-60 drops 1-4 times per day
Infusion (tea)           up to 3 cups per day
Powder                   ½-1 teaspoon
Syrup                      1 teaspoonful to 1 tablespoonful as required
Tincture                   ½-1 teaspoonful
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LICORICE
by Mishelle Knuteson
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