Amino acids make up 75% of the human body, and are vital to every part of human function. One of the most talked about properties of amino acids is how it can assist in muscle building.
Used historically for GI complaints, licorice is primarily used as a flavoring agent in the tobacco and candy industries and to some extent in the pharmaceutical and beverage industries today. The chemical compounds found in licorice have been investigated as cancer therapy as well as for their antiviral activity.
Licorice root can also be used to make an herbal tea, one which is said to improve respiratory function as well as gastrointestinal health. There are many who drink licorice tea if they have a sore or dry throat due to the soothing feeling that it can offer.