of cups consumed
Whether licorice appears in a blend with other herbs
The concentration of glycyrrhizin in the starting material
A tea described as “gentle,” “detoxifying” or “soothing” may still contain pharmacologically active compounds.
Drinking it occasionally is also different from consuming several strong cups every day for weeks.
What Does DGL Mean?
Some products are labeled DGL, meaning deglycyrrhizinated licorice.
Most of the glycyrrhizin has been removed from these products to reduce certain risks associated with traditional licorice root.
However, DGL and ordinary licorice root are not interchangeable.
They may be sold in different forms and marketed for different
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