Licorice Root Alcohol-Free Tincture (1:4)

Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) tincture – made from the ground root

What is Licorice?

Licorice, a plant from the legume family, is distinguished by its characteristic blossoms, which can range in color from white to bluish-violet.

Originally found as a wild plant across Europe, North Africa, Asia, Australia, and both North and South America, licorice prefers loose, humus-rich soil and thrives particularly well in sunny locations. Under optimal conditions, it can grow up to two meters tall and one meter wide. Its robust, fleshy roots penetrate the soil up to one meter deep, while rhizomes spread outward as far as eight meters.

Our products are made exclusively from licorice roots, as they contain the broadest spectrum of active compounds. We place the highest importance on purity and sustainability in our raw materials.

The long tradition of this healing plant

As early as ancient Egypt, licorice was revered and used as a healing plant. Theophrastus of Eresos, in 350 BC, described its remarkable effects on the upper respiratory tract, noting that licorice was effective for conditions ranging from persistent cough to chronic bronchial hypersensitivity.

Indigenous peoples of the Americas also appreciated the many benefits of licorice. They used it not only as a sweetener but also valued its roots as a tonic. Licorice was particularly relied upon for digestive issues, toothaches, sore throats, and stomach or intestinal discomfort.

For around 3,000 years, licorice has also been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Known as Gan Cao, the sweet roots are primarily employed to strengthen Qi – the life energy that is believed to flow harmoniously through the body.

In Ayurveda, licorice root is highly regarded for its cooling and revitalizing properties. Practitioners use it to combat fatigue and to restore balance in the body’s energy centers, with particular influence on the liver, bladder, and lung energies.

In the Western world, licorice is best known as the base for licorice candy. Today, its compounds are well-studied, revealing its unique composition.

The roots are rich in triterpenoid saponins and contain high concentrations of glycyrrhizin – a natural compound believed to have anti-inflammatory and protective effects, especially for mucous membranes.

Other constituents include flavonoids and coumarin. Flavonoids are antioxidants that help the body defend itself, while coumarin is regarded as calming, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory.

Many people also know licorice from the book “Herbal Antivirals” by Stephen Harrod Buhner.

Licorice Glycerin Tincture without questionable additives

This dietary supplement contains no artificial coloring, no flavoring, no added sugars, no lactose, no gluten.

Licorice Tincture Ingredients

Additionally, traces of acetic acid from organic apple vinegar (less than 1%) and pure water are present.

Licorice Tincture Recommended Use

The intended long-term daily dose is approx. 12 milliliters per day, ideally divided into two servings.

Initially, begin with a total of approx. 6 milliliters per day and then gradually increase over several days to the long-term daily dose.

Use the supplied measuring cup to measure the recommended amount.

Notes

Dietary supplements are generally not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Store protected from heat, in a dry place, and always out of reach of children. The recommended daily intake indicated here should generally not be exceeded.

The tincture is naturally cloudy and should be shaken before use.

Important: This product is not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women. In general, intake should not exceed 3 consecutive months; afterwards, a one-month break before continued use is advisable.