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Certain spices and herbs from our grandmother’s stockpot are so valuable that they are still used in everyday home remedies. Mulethi is one such ancient herb utilised for its exceptional health-promoting properties. Mulethi is often referred to as liquorice. It has been utilised for centuries, particularly in Ayurvedic medicine. Since it has a pleasant flavour, it is widely used as a flavouring agent in most places, making it a delicacy. Mulethi has anti-diabetic and anti-oxidant properties, promotes liver health, and contains expectorant and decongestant properties that aid in the fight against respiratory infections. It is believed that a small amount of liquorice can reduce sugar cravings.
Combats respiratory illnesses
Mulethi sticks are a traditional remedy for sore throats. It can treat asthma, cough, cold, sore throat, and bronchitis due to its expectorant and bronchodilator properties. Mulethi loosens mucus within the airways, thereby alleviating coughing and congestion. If you prefer not to chew mulethi sticks, you can add ginger juice to mulethi tea to treat asthma and bronchitis.
Enhance immunity
Regular use of mulethi is known to boost immunity due to an increase in macrophage and lymphocyte production, as well as enzymes found in the plant’s root. Macrophages and lymphocytes defend the body against microorganisms, toxins, allergens, and cells that cause autoimmune diseases. Keeps infections and allergies at bay, thereby enhancing the immune system.
Combats digestive issues
The root of mulethi is highly effective for treating digestive issues such as acid reflux, stomach inflammation, heartburn, acidity, and constipation. It has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that assist in reducing inflammation in the stomach lining.
Eases menopausal symptoms
This herb’s phytoestrogenic compounds help correct hormonal imbalance to alleviate menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, insomnia, depression, mood swings, and sweating, among others.
Promotes liver health
A mulethi extract has been shown to reduce and protect against liver diseases including hepatitis C, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and jaundice. In addition, it has anti-inflammatory properties that help the liver recover from hepatitis. The liver can be cleansed and made disease-resistant by combining mulethi with warm tea twice daily for a couple of weeks.
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