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Licorice root has been used in daily doses from 2 to 15 g for ulcer and gastritis. Higher doses given for extended periods of time may pose a risk of hyperkalemia. The acceptable daily intake (ADI) for glycyrrhizin is suggested to be 0.2 mg/kg/day.
The Greeks named it glycyrrhiza, meaning sweet root, and it has been cultivated in England since at least the 16th century. Licorice is known as a tonic herb, because it has so many uses in healing. It has been used as a soothing demulcent, a gentle hormone balancer and a support to the adrenal glands.