The efficacy and function of licorice

Licorice has good effects in relieving cough, moistening lungs and resolving phlegm, and has a good therapeutic effect on the above symptoms concurrent with colds and fevers. In addition, if it is used together with Platycodon grandiflorum, it can have a good effect in relieving throat and reducing phlegm.

2. Sterilization and cancer prevention

Licorice contains triterpenoids and flavonoids, which have excellent bactericidal effects. In addition, myeloma experiments on rats have shown that the glycyrrhizic acid and its acid derivatives it contains have certain anti-tumor effects.

3. Relieve pain

Licorice has a good effect in relieving some acute pain. In addition, if it is combined with peony, it can better suppress symptoms such as stomach pain and cramps.

4. Nourish the spleen and replenish qi

Licorice can relieve gas, promote the release of heart fire, and help stabilize emotions. In addition, it also has a certain alleviating effect on spleen deficiency and can help replenish the spleen.

5. Blending drugs

Licorice can help reconcile various strong medicines so that they can complement each other.