English Licorice

Licorice plant 

It is a herbaceous plant that grows in many countries around the world due to its health benefits. It is used for medical purposes, to calm the nerves, or to prepare tea, where licorice tea is considered one of the most famous uses of this plant.

Licorice is used to treat many diseases because it has soothing properties and antioxidants. It is used to relieve abdominal pain, irritable bowel syndrome, headaches, insomnia, and is anti-inflammatory for skin disorders and digestive issues.

Many countries cultivate it to benefit from its therapeutic properties.

One of the main benefits of licorice 

• Calming the nerves and relaxation 
• Improving sleep and reducing insomnia 
• Contains compounds to treat irritation, itching, and inflammation 
• Used to relieve stomach pain 
• Used to treat digestive issues and irritable bowel syndrome 
• Contains antioxidants like flavonoids to combat the damage of free radicals in the body 
• Used to relieve headaches and reduce stress and anxiety 
• Boosting the immune system and fighting diseases 
• Rich in vitamins A, C, K 
• Used as a natural flavor for food 
• Pain reliever and mood enhancer 
• Improving cortisol levels in the body and reducing stress 

To prepare licorice tea

Boil the water well.
Add the licorice roots to the boiling water.
Turn off the heat and let the licorice steep in the water for 5 minutes.
Strain the tea from the roots.
Add honey to the tea (optional).