Licorice - Glycetract
Licorice - Glycetract
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Licorice root contains many anti-depressant compounds and is an excellent alternative to St Johns Wort. Licorice is useful for many ailments. If you are taking Licorice you need make sure if you are taking it for 2 weeks, you need to have 2 weeks off, take it for 2 weeks, off for 2 weeks, etc.
Some Health benefits:
- healing ulcers
- lower stomach acid levels
- relieves heartburn and indigestion
- mild laxative
- Relieves pain and stress
- eases congestion and coughing
- increase energy
- protects the liver
Glycetracts are made without using alcohol for the extraction of the herb. They are made from Glycerol, distilled water and herbs. The glycerol used is vegetable sourced. Glycetracts are suitable for people who need to avoid any alcohol (e.g. young children, recovering alcoholics and those with liver distress).
If you are on any medication you need to seek the advice of your health practitioner before consuming. If you are unsure, email us and our Herbalist/Naturopath will let you know.
Other products that can support this wonderful herb are our Anti-inflammatory Herbal Tea Blend, our Anti Inflammatory Glycetract, Inflammation Pack or choose one of our 8 week Health and Wellness programs. Book in to see our Herbal Naturopathy – detail below
Herbal Naturopathic/Nutritional Appointments - in Person and On line
If you would like to have a more tailored approach to your health concerns you can book in to see our Herbal Naturopath. (you will be transferred to our sister companies online booking service) She will look at you as an individual and look into your specific needs through holistic and evidence-based approach to wellness. Herbal Naturopathic principles are based on treating each person as an individual and treatment plans are designed to treat you as a whole person and not just your presenting symptoms.
The glycerin we use is non Palm oil, the vegetable source is canola oil and soy oil. It is also GMO free and comes from Malaysia. It is USP (United States Pharmacopoeia Standard) and BP (British Pharmacopoeia standard).