Evidence supporting the use of: Licorice (unspecified)
For the health condition: Dyspepsia

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine for the relief of dyspepsia (indigestion) and related gastrointestinal complaints. Traditional systems such as Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and European herbal medicine have employed licorice root preparations for centuries to soothe the stomach, reduce inflammation, and promote mucosal healing. The main phytochemical constituents thought to be responsible for these effects include glycyrrhizin and flavonoids, which may help modulate mucous secretion and offer mild anti-inflammatory actions.

Modern scientific investigations provide modest support for licorice’s role in dyspepsia, especially in the form of deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL), which is processed to remove the glycyrrhizin component and reduce the risk of side effects. Some small clinical trials and laboratory studies suggest that DGL may be beneficial in reducing symptoms of functional dyspepsia and promoting healing of gastric mucosa, likely through increased mucous production and cytoprotective effects. However, these studies are generally limited by small sample sizes and methodological weaknesses, so the evidence is not robust.

In summary, licorice’s use for dyspepsia is justified primarily by longstanding traditional use, with moderate (but not definitive) scientific support, particularly for DGL formulations. High doses or long-term use of whole licorice root should be avoided due to potential adverse effects such as hypertension and hypokalemia.

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