Known in Ayurveda as yashtimadhu, 'sweet stick,' licorice is a moistening, soothing root that calms vata and pitta. A small amount lends its natural sweetness to herbal formulas and warm drinks.
How to take: ¼–½ tsp once or twice daily in warm water or milk, or mixed with honey or ghee. Best used for short periods.
Taste: very sweet, anise-like
Traditionally used for: soothing the throat and digestion, calming vata and pitta, harmonizing formulas
Pairs with: ginger, ghee, honey
Genuine Banyan Botanicals organic Ayurvedic herbs. Not for prolonged or heavy use. Avoid if you have high blood pressure, heart or kidney conditions, low potassium, or are pregnant. Consult your practitioner if pregnant, nursing or taking medications. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA; this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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