Licorice Root / Yastimadhu Powder
Licorice Root / Yastimadhu Powder
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- Gastritis, hyperacidity, peptic ulcers (mucosal protection and healing)
- Dry, irritated, or inflamed skin – eczema, psoriasis, and acne
- Mild autoimmune conditions with pitta dominance
Yastimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), commonly known as Licorice, is a time-honored medhya rasayana in Ayurveda, valued for its sweet taste (madhura rasa) and cooling potency (sheeta virya).
With its demulcent, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties, Yastimadhu supports respiratory comfort, gut protection, skin healing, and hormonal balance. Rich in glycyrrhizin, flavonoids, and liquiritin, it nourishes mucous membranes, enhances immunity, and promotes adrenal resilience.
Used in both internal and topical applications, it plays a key role in the management of vata-pitta disorders, ulcerative conditions, dry cough, and inflammatory skin diseases.
PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTIONS & MECHANISMS
- Demulcent – Soothes mucous membranes of throat, lungs, and gut
- Expectorant – Clears respiratory passages by thinning and expelling mucus
- Gastroprotective – Coats gastric lining, reduces acidity, promotes ulcer healing
- Anti-inflammatory – Reduces local and systemic inflammation
- Immunomodulatory – Enhances immune regulation and resistance to infections
- Adaptogenic – Supports adrenal glands, regulates cortisol, relieves fatigue
- Antioxidant – Protects tissues from oxidative stress
- Hepatoprotective – Enhances liver detox functions
- Hormonal regulator – Balances estrogen metabolism and supports female reproductive health
- Rasayana (Rejuvenator) – Promotes vitality, nourishes tissues, and enhances longevity.
RELEVANT RESEARCH REFERENCES
- Armanini D, et al. Effect of glycyrrhizin on adrenal hormones: insights into its adaptogenic potential. J Endocrinol Invest.
- Sharma R, et al. Gastroprotective activity of Glycyrrhiza glabra in experimental ulcer models. Indian J Pharmacol.
- Wang Z, et al. Licorice in treating chronic inflammatory diseases: pharmacology and clinical applications. J Ethnopharmacol.
- Biondi DM, et al. Phytochemical and pharmacological profile of Glycyrrhiza glabra. Fitoterapia.
AYURVEDIC PROPERTIES
- Rasa (Taste): Madhura (Sweet)
- Guna (Quality): Guru (Heavy), Snigdha (Unctuous)
- Virya (Potency): Sheeta (Cooling)
- Vipaka (Post-digestive effect): Madhura (Sweet)
- Effect on Tridosha: Vata-Pitta Shamaka (Balances Vata and Pitta, may mildly increase Kapha if overused)
CONTRAINDICATIONS & PRECAUTIONS
- Use with caution in hypertension – Glycyrrhizin can lead to sodium retention and increased blood pressure
- Avoid in renal disease or chronic edema due to water retention risks
- Pregnant women should consult a physician before use; high doses may affect hormonal balance
- Diabetics should monitor use due to its natural sweetness and potential insulin-mimetic effects
- Long-term high-dose use may require potassium monitoring.
STORAGE & PACKAGING
- 100% pure Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) powder
- Each pack contains 4 oz / 114 gms
- Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container; keep away from moisture and direct sunlight
CLIMATE & REGION
Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is cultivated in temperate to subtropical regions, favoring loamy, well-drained soil with moderate moisture.
Geographic regions:
- In India: Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Maharashtra
- Also grown in: Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, China, and parts of Southern Europe
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