Botanical Name: Glycyrrhiza glabra
Plant Part Used: Roots
Processing Method: Drying, Grinding
Belonging to the Fabaceae family, licorice is an antioxidant-rich herbaceous plant that has its origin from Southwest Asia. It is abundantly grown in Iran, Afghanistan, China, Iraq, and Turkey for commercial purposes. Licorice is used in skin creams, tinctures, teas, and health products owing to its antimicrobial properties. Using licorice helps in dealing with nervousness and increased stress levels.