Black Licorice (Root) & Lung Health: Scientific Reasons to Add it to Your Tea
Did you know that the sweet treat commonly found in candy stores might share ingredients with a powerful lung-supporting herb?
While many people enjoy black licorice as a confection, few realize its botanical source—licorice root—has been extensively studied for impressive respiratory benefits.
What exactly connects this common candy to respiratory health, and could adding licorice root to your daily routine support lung function?
The Botanical Connection: From Root to Candy
Black licorice candy and medicinal licorice root share the same botanical origin: Glycyrrhiza glabra. This plant's root contains a complex array of bioactive compounds responsible for both its distinctive flavor and therapeutic properties [1].