Chinese herbal medicine licorice efficacy and role

The effects and functions of licorice include invigorating qi, eliminating phlegm, relieving cough, relieving pain, etc.

1. Supplementing qi,

licorice is a common Chinese herbal medicine, sweet in taste, flat in nature, returning to the heart, lung, spleen and stomach meridians. It has the effect of replenishing qi and tonifying qi. It is mostly used to treat spleen and stomach weakness, fatigue, palpitation and shortness of breath.

2. Eliminating phlegm and relieving cough,

licorice also has the effect of relieving cough, phlegm and asthma caused by various factors.

3. Relieving pain,

licorice also has the effect of relieving pain, and can be used to assist in regulating limbs and abdominal cramps.