May 1, 2024 · Licorice root contains beneficial compounds like glycyrrhizin, which has antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties. It may have some health benefits, such as reducing acid...

Glycyrrhiza is a genus of about 20 accepted species in the legume family (Fabaceae), with a subcosmopolitan distribution in Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Americas. [1]

May 15, 2023 · Glycyrrhiza’s name reflects its most popularly known claim to fame: “sweet root.” With an extract that can be 30 to 50 times sweeter than sugar, we can see why our ancestors were inspired to turn it into candy.

Liquorice (Commonwealth English) or licorice (American English; see spelling differences; IPA: / ˈ l ɪ k ər ɪ ʃ,-ɪ s / LIK-ər-ish, -⁠iss) [6] [7] is the common name of Glycyrrhiza glabra, a flowering plant of the bean family Fabaceae, from the root of which a sweet, aromatic flavouring is extracted.

Licorice root contains glycyrrhizin, which can cause side effects when eaten in large amounts. The chemicals in licorice are thought to decrease swelling, decrease cough, and increase the chemicals...

Licorice is scientifically known as Glycyrrhiza glabra and belongs to the Leguminosae family. G. glabra is an ayurvedic herb that is frequently utilized. This medicinal plant is found throughout Asia as well as in areas of Europe [1]. Licorice is thought to have originated in Iraq [2].

Nov 16, 2024 · Glycyrrhiza species mainly offer triterpenoids, flavonoids, and polysaccharides with diverse therapeutic effects. The review covers Glycyrrhiza species classification, pharmacology, biosynthesis of active compounds, and synthetic biology advancements.

Modern pharmacological research unveiled its multifaceted effects encompassing anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anticancer, antiviral, antioxidant, and hepatoprotective activities.

The sweet compound is glycyrrhizin and is 50 to 170 times sweeter than sugar (sucrose). The extract has antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antimutagenic properties. The earliest record of use of this plant medicinally is 2100 BC. Consumption in high doses is toxic.

Glycyrrhizin is known for its antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antitumor, and hepatoprotective activities. It inhibits HCV titer dose dependently, reduces the virus by 50% and synergizes its activity with interferon.