herb
Licorice
TL;DR
Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) contains glycyrrhizin and glabridin as primary actives. Glycyrrhizin inhibits 11-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase, extending cortisol half-life.
Overview
Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) contains glycyrrhizin and glabridin as primary actives. Glycyrrhizin inhibits 11-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase, extending cortisol half-life. DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice) removes glycyrrhizin for safer GI use. Potent anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and adrenal support herb.
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products in our database contain Licorice
Source · MoodStack database
Compound forms
Licorice comes in several molecular forms. Each absorbs and acts differently.
Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL)
DGL extract
Bioavailability
46%
Typical dose
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Glycyrrhizin
Glycyrrhizic acid
Bioavailability
20%
Typical dose
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Licorice root extract
Glycyrrhiza glabra extract
Bioavailability
40%
Typical dose
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Benefits
- Gut healing
- Adrenal support
- Antiviral
- Anti-inflammatory
- Respiratory support
Dose guide
Common dose
DGL: 380-760 mg before meals; Standard: 200-600 mg (limit to 6 weeks due to glycyrrhizin)
Typical range
200–760 mg
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