April 12th, 2021
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Licorice is a sweet treat that is enjoyed by many people. True licorice is black licorice, which has a flavor similar to anise or fennel. The botanical name for licorice translates to "sweet root." The licorice plant is actually a member of the pea family. Licorice gets its flavor from glycyrrhizic acid, a chemical 50x sweeter than sugar!
Fun Facts:
• Licorice helps relieve the pains that accompany certain types of ulcers, and it is good for the adrenal glands.
• Licorice root is a botanical ingredient in modern Chinese medicines used to manage cancers. Current research conducted at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, supports the use of licorice in the treatment of prostate and breast cancer.
• In Egypt the Pharaohs used licorice to create a traditional drink called erqesos, which was consumed as a healing tonic.
