Licorice Root 450mg 100 Veg Capsules, Now Foods

Full-spectrum licorice root delivering 900 mg of Glycyrrhiza glabra per serving — one of the most revered herbs in traditional medicine for adrenal, digestive, and respiratory support.

Why

Licorice root has one of the longest documented histories of any medicinal herb — used in Chinese herbalism for thousands of years and referenced in ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman medicine. It remains one of the most prescribed herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine, where it acts as a harmonising herb that enhances the effects of other botanicals while contributing its own broad therapeutic activity. The primary active compound is glycyrrhizin, a triterpenoid saponin that inhibits the enzyme 11-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase — effectively extending the activity of the body's own cortisol and supporting adrenal function. Beyond adrenal support, licorice root acts as a demulcent, soothing and protecting mucous membranes throughout the digestive and respiratory tracts. NOW Foods uses whole-root, full-spectrum licorice — preserving the complete profile of glycyrrhizin, flavonoids, and other bioactive compounds as nature intended. Note: This is full-spectrum licorice root containing glycyrrhizin, not deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) — see Warnings below.

Key Benefits

• Adrenal support — glycyrrhizin extends cortisol activity, supporting adrenal function and stress resilience
• Digestive soothing — demulcent action protects and soothes the stomach lining and digestive mucosa
• Respiratory support — soothes throat and bronchial passages, supports healthy mucus production
• Anti-inflammatory — glycyrrhizin and flavonoids provide broad anti-inflammatory activity
• Antiviral properties — glycyrrhizin has demonstrated antiviral activity in research settings
• Traditional harmoniser — used in TCM to enhance and balance the effects of other herbs

Formula Highlights

• Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) — 900 mg per serving; whole-root, full-spectrum extract retaining glycyrrhizin
• Contains glycyrrhizin — the key active compound responsible for adrenal, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral effects
• Vegetarian/vegan capsule — free from yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, and tree nuts

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 2 Veg Capsules | Servings Per Container: 50

Suggested Use

Take 2 capsules 1 to 3 times daily. Long-term, high-level use is not recommended — see Warnings below.

Other Ingredients

Cellulose (capsule), stearic acid (vegetable source). Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

About NOW Foods

NOW Foods has been a family-owned leader in quality nutritional supplements since 1968, with GMP quality assurance and a commitment to clean, transparent formulations. This licorice root is whole-root and full-spectrum — preserving the complete bioactive profile as nature intended.

Warnings

This product contains glycyrrhizin (full-spectrum licorice root, not DGL). Prolonged high-dose use of glycyrrhizin-containing licorice can raise blood pressure and cause sodium retention and potassium loss. Do not use long-term or at high doses without healthcare supervision. Not recommended for those with high blood pressure, heart conditions, kidney conditions, or oedema. Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if taking medication or managing a health condition. For adults only. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place after opening. Note: This product has a best before date of November 2026 and is discounted accordingly.