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.
Uses of Licorice root extract. In addition to flavoring classic candy, licorice root has been used to help support low moods while helping to manage bouts of stress. Licorice root is also considered to help support healthy digestion, and as such also helps support the immune system by managing the healthy production of âgoodâ gut bacteria.