Licorice (hormonal)

Overview

Phytoestrogen and anti-androgen

Latin name : Glycyrrhiza glabra

Phytotherapy Profile

Plant Part Used

Racine

Preparation Forms

extrait sec, teinture mere, tisane

Active Compounds

glycyrrhizine, isoflavones, liquiritine

Therapeutic Properties

• Phytoestrogen
• Anti-androgen
• Anti-inflammatory

Recommended Dosage

200-600mg extract/day (short course)

Safety Profile

• Pregnancy : ✗ Not recommended
• Breastfeeding : ✗ Not recommended
• Children : ✗ Not recommended