Mulethi (Licorice) is also called Yashtimadhu in
Ayurveda. It is an important herb used in Indian medicines, home remedies, folk
medicines and Ayurveda. Mulethi is the root of the licorice plant, which is a
member of the legume family. In Ayurveda, Mulethi (Yashtimadhu) roots are best
for medicinal uses. It has all therapeutic properties.
Mulethi keeps the respiratory tract healthy. Chewing
on mulethi sticks is an age-old remedy for a sore throat. The health benefits
of Mulethi include its use in Breathing disorders, cough expectorant,
hyperacidity, ulcer, general debility, joint pains and some other diseases. It
is beneficial in these diseases due to its medicinal properties. It is a good
anti-inflammatory and analgesic agent.
Mulethi is ideal for digestive issues, respiratory
infections, canker sores, liver protection, weight reduction, maintains oral
health, etc. Additionally it also improves immunity, memory and assists in
hormonal regulation.
Chemical
Composition
Roots contain glycyrrhizin, asparagin, sugar,
starch, acid resin, gum, mucilage, phosphoric, sulfuric & malic acids. Bark
contains a small quantity of tannins.
Mulethi has an enticing scent, this comes from a
variable and complex combination of compounds out of which anethole makes up 3%
of the entire plant. Most of the sweetness comes from a substance called
glycyrrhizin, it is generally 30 to 50 times more sweeter than sugar.
Effect on Dosha
Pacifies vata and pitta.
Mulethi (Yashtimadhu) has following healing
properties.
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Antacid
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Expectorant
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Immuno-modulator
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Anti-ulcerogenic
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Anti-adipogenic
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Anti-atherogenic
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Anti-inflammatory
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Anti-oxidant
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Antioxidant
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Anti-stress
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Antibacterial
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Adaptogenic
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Anti-obesogenic
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Anti-asthmatic
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Analgesic
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Anti-arthritic
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Antidepressant
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Aphrodisiac
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