Evidence supporting the use of: Licorice
For the body system: Solar Plexus

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) has a long-standing history of use in traditional herbal medicine systems, particularly within Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In these traditions, licorice is often used as a harmonizer herb and is believed to support the digestive system, which is associated with the Solar Plexus chakra or body system in various holistic frameworks. The Solar Plexus is linked to digestion, metabolism, and energy production. Licorice root is traditionally used to soothe the stomach, reduce inflammation, and support adrenal function, indirectly supporting what some systems refer to as Solar Plexus health.

Scientific studies have validated some of licorice’s effects on the digestive tract, such as its ability to soothe gastric mucosa and help with ulcers, due to its anti-inflammatory and demulcent properties. However, there is no direct scientific evidence connecting licorice specifically to the concept of the Solar Plexus body system, as this is a metaphysical or energetic concept rather than a physiological one. Thus, licorice’s use for "Solar Plexus support" is justified primarily by tradition and holistic paradigms rather than rigorous scientific validation. Its traditional reputation for digestive and adrenal support forms the basis for its association with the Solar Plexus system.

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