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Also known as: Glycyrrhiza glabra, liquorice root, DGL
A herbal preparation from the root of Glycyrrhiza glabra. Used traditionally for adrenal support, digestive health, and inflammation. Contains glycyrrhizin, which inhibits cortisol metabolism. DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice) has the glycyrrhizin removed and is used specifically for digestive support without blood pressure effects.
This page contains self-reported experiences from the Narrated community — not clinical data. Outcomes are subjective. Always consult your doctor or specialist before starting, stopping, or changing any intervention.
Total Reports
10
Median Score (Wk 8)
5/10
Would Continue
40%
Avg Duration
12 wk
Most Common Goal
perimenopause
Most Reported Side Effect
Headache (60%)
Based on self-reported community data. Scores use a 1–10 scale.
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Women who reported on Licorice Root mentioned using it for the following goals. This does not mean it is intended for or achieves any of these outcomes.
Aggregated patterns from 10 self-reported experiences with Licorice Root.
40% of women said they would continue this protocol
4.5/10 average self-reported outcome score at week 8
Most commonly reported effects: Headache, Raised blood pressure (non-DGL), Water retention
Outcome Score Distribution (Week 8)
10 of 10 reports included a week 8 score
Would Continue Protocol
10 of 10 reports included this response
Reported Goals
Commonly Reported Effects
Percentage of reports mentioning each effect
Based on 10 self-reported experiences. This is community data, not clinical evidence. Individual outcomes vary. Discuss any intervention with your healthcare provider.
10 reports from women who tried Licorice Root
I gave Licorice Root a fair trial for my night sweats and anxiety. Some improvement in mood stabilised slightly but sleep didn't improve much persisted. It might work for others but was modest for me.
After reading about other women's experiences with Licorice Root, I decided to try it for my sleep disruption and joint pain. the worst of the symptoms eased within the first month. the improvement was really noticeable by 8 weeks. Worth persevering through the first few weeks.
Licorice Root helped somewhat with my night sweats and anxiety — energy improved, though my mood was still up and down. Not sure if I'll continue long-term.
I was sceptical about Licorice Root but desperate with my heavy periods and exhaustion. The first couple of weeks were unremarkable. By week 6, the improvement was really noticeable. Worth persevering through the first few weeks.
Unfortunately Licorice Root didn't work for my mood swings and rage episodes. I gave it 12 weeks and I saw no real change. My GP suggested trying a different approach.
Research context compiled from published sources
Glycyrrhizin inhibits 11-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 2, the enzyme that converts active cortisol to inactive cortisone. This increases local cortisol availability, which is the proposed mechanism for adrenal support but also causes mineralocorticoid excess (sodium retention, potassium loss, elevated blood pressure) with prolonged high-dose use.
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Dose ranges from published research. Individual dosing should be determined with your healthcare provider based on your specific circumstances.
Factual research context from published sources — not a safety assessment or recommendation. Research classifications may change as new data emerges.
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Data last updated: March 27, 2026