Hilde Hemmes Liquorice Root
BOTANICAL NAME: Glycyrrhiza glabra
Liquorice Root has been traditionally used in western herbal medicine as an expectorant and demulcent to relieve:
- Coughs
- Symptoms of common colds / sore throats
- Bronchial mucous congestion.
- Indications
- Ingredients
- Directions
Liquorice Root has been traditionally used in western herbal medicine:
• to relieve bronchial mucous congestion and coughs
• to relieve symptoms of common colds and sore throats
• as an expectorant to clear respiratory tract mucous
• as a demulcent to soothe irritated tissues
• to support general health and wellbeing.
Liquorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is known to have expectorant (expels phlegm from respiratory tract), anti-inflammatory and demulcent (coats mucus membranes) properties.
Teabags: Each teabag contains Glycyrrhiza glabra (Liquorice) Root & Stolon Dry 2 g
Loose Leaf: Liquorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Teabags: Infuse 1 or 2 teabags (2 or 4 g) in 250 mL (one cup) of boiling water, steep for 15 minutes before removing teabag/s. Adults only - drink 3 cups daily.
Loose Leaf: Infuse 1 heaped teaspoon of Liquorice root in a cup of boiling water, steep for 10-15 minutes. Strain and drink several cups daily.
If not using the tea straight away, you can store it in a covered jug or container in the fridge for up to 24 hours and gently warm the mixture before drinking.
