Posted by jujube on October 29, 2004, at 9:14:01
In reply to Re: ? for Tealady and Raybakes - Licorice Root » jujube, posted by raybakes on October 29, 2004, at 4:32:32
Thanks for the information. I think I am going forego the licorice root for now. I do, however, get a certain amount of licorice root in the green food powder supplement I take every day. So far I have not experienced any adverse effects. I don't really want to give it up because I am not the best eater around, and the greens apparently provide the equivalent of 5 servings of organic vegetables a day. Who know, though, that could just be hype. You know, I am beginning to think that finding the right combo of vitamins, minerals, etc. for your body type is as much trial and error as trying to find the right medication. Nevertheless, I continue to research alternatives and try to find what will work best for me. I recently added 400 mg of chromium daily. It seems to be helping. I am not waking up in the morning feeling shaky and like I hand't eaten in two days now (at least it's not as a bad as it was). So, maybe the chromium is helping to balance my blood sugar.
Thanks again, and take care.
Tamara
> > I was wondering if either or both of you can help me. I have been doing some research on Chinese Licorice Root, and am thinking of adding it to my supplement regime, particularly to strengthen my adrenals and help with my borderline low blood pressure. Is this a safe and effective supplement? Can it be taken safely with an AD? Anything you can tell me would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much.
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> Hi Tamara, i can tolerate small amounts if licorice, but know several people that can't go near it! The DGL form of it might be OK if you have difficulty with normal licorice. I used a licorice tincture, and only needed a cuple of drops a day. Not sure about it's interactions with ADs.
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> "Licorice root has an effect on the organism similar to that of a steroid. It slows the conversion of cortisol to cortisone, which increases and prolongs the action of this steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands. This physiological activity can explain many of its undesirable effects as well as its medicinal benefits."
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> "The consequences of high doses or long-term use of licorice are severe. This herb can cause high blood pressure, low levels of potassium, fluid retention and swelling of the face and limbs, hormonal imbalance, and muscle destruction leading to pain and weakness."
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> http://www.healthcentral.com/PeoplesPharmacy/PharmFullText.cfm?ID=20657&storytype=HerbalMon
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