You’ve likely tasted licorice in candy or tea—but what if this humble root could rewire your gut, calm your stress response, and shield your skin from aging?
Long dismissed as “just a sweetener,” licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is now exploding in scientific circles for its triple-threat superpowers:
✅ Gut healing that outperforms antacids
✅ Adrenal support that beats coffee for fatigue
✅ Skin rejuvenation proven in clinical trials
🌿 Why Licorice Root Isn’t “Just Candy” (The Science)
Licorice’s magic lies in two key compounds:
- Glycyrrhizin (GL): The superstar (but risky in excess)
- Glabridin: Licorice’s secret skin protector
Unlike artificial “licorice” candy (sugar + anise oil), real licorice root contains 50+ bioactive compounds that:
- Mimic cortisol to calm inflammation
- Boost mucus production to heal ulcers
- Activate Nrf2 pathway (your body’s master antioxidant switch)
🔬 5 Science-Backed Benefits (Backed by 2024 Research)
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