Herbal Medicine & Home Remedies : Uses for Licorice Root

Licorice root is one of the two most popularly used herbs in the world, and it is used to treat coughs, colds and chest congestion. Discover how licorice root can be used to relieve the pain of a sore throat with help from a certified herbal information specialist in this free video on home remedies and herbal medicine.

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[AthensAnna]

My friend from Hong Kong told me to make a tea from licorice root by simply boiling a small pan of water, putting the root into the water, and then drinking it three times per day. Use the same root. I haven't tried it, but today, I'm off to the local Asian grocer to see if they have the root.

[onblock7]

I have read lots on this today and lately! This is a great herb, a great adaptogen herb. I am going to start this tomorrow.

[nemoryer]

Where can I find licorice capsules or chews? How do I know it's genuine? Thanks.

[Vdjperks]

i've tried the root tea omg i nearly gagged sugar doesn't help ither.

[canaan1967]

I bought iicorice root sticks. How do I prepare them? I should have bought the slices as they as easier to chew and suck on.

[graciellaish]

I've been drinking licorice tea ulcers and let me tell you that it worked.

[liam12347]

@vzarou it is available in any health food store a big bag for about 4 dollars an 10 cents

[Quocorya]

".. And some other confections."

You did you best :D

[whirly22]

for skin do you eat the root or apply it topically?

[dza9]

mountain rose erbs, i think i got a bag of licorice sticks for under 3$, around 4oz i think, great company, all organic.