Evidence supporting the use of: Licorice (unspecified)
For the health condition: Addictions (general remedies for)

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Chinese and Ayurvedic practices. Its application for supporting or treating addictions, however, is primarily rooted in traditional and folk remedies rather than modern scientific validation. In traditional Chinese medicine, licorice is sometimes included in herbal formulas intended to "detoxify" the body or reduce cravings, especially in the context of alcohol or opiate withdrawal. Some traditional texts suggest that licorice can help soothe the nervous system and support adrenal function, which may be beneficial during substance withdrawal or recovery periods.

Despite these traditional uses, there is minimal direct scientific evidence to support the efficacy of licorice specifically for treating or supporting recovery from addictions. A few preliminary animal studies have investigated certain compounds in licorice for their neuroprotective or anti-anxiety effects, but these have not been robustly linked to addiction treatment in humans. Furthermore, mainstream addiction medicine does not recognize licorice as a validated remedy for substance use disorders. While licorice may offer some general support due to its anti-inflammatory or adaptogenic properties, its role in addiction therapy remains largely anecdotal and based on traditional practices rather than rigorous scientific evidence.

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