subject: Licorice Tea - A Natural Medicine [print this page] For centuries now licorice tea has been used as a natural medicine. Licorice tea has however received plenty of controversy about being a healing herb. There are critics that believe that the tea has side effects and no healing effect's of the herb have been documented. But on the other hand, there are the one's that say it is safe and has been used as a natural medicine successfully to treat different ailments and illnesses.
Licorice tea is not regulated, so it can't be as bad as what some people say. From April 2008, licorice appears on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's list of food additives that are "generally recognized as safe" (GRAS). An important ingredient used as an additive to tea is ground licorice root and powder, it is also added to gum and candy. A common cough suppressant is licorice extract, it is also used to flavor lozenges and other cough syrups.
The safety of licorice is of no concern, but it might be a good idea to read up about it to make sure that it is suitable for you. Because if you have any health issues or are on any medications, you will need to check with your doctor first to make sure that you do not get any reactions to the licorice. Like with any medication, using licorice tea as a natural medicine should be used in moderation.
Let's take a look at some of the health benefits that surround licorice tea. It is often used by naturopathical health care providers for the treatment of:
Licorice herbal tea is available that is already formulated, or you can make your own licorice tea. To make your own mixture, you will need ground licorice root, licorice sticks, or licorice powder. Mix it with your favorite tea, you can add other herbs as well, just infuse it in boiled water the same as other teas.
There are many benefits of licorice tea as well as tasting good, it is very beneficial in the treatment of different health problems. As a natural medicine, licorice tea has a soothing effect and can be drunk hot or cold. The ingredients you will require are available from health foods stores as well as online.
