Licorice root (Gan Cao, 甘草) is one of the most vital herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), historically appearing in over 90% of all traditional formulas. [1]
Its primary clinical function is harmonizing the properties of other herbs, tonifying the spleen, clearing heat, and calming spasms.
Licorice root (Gan Cao, 甘草) is one of the most vital herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), historically appearing in over 90% of all traditional formulas. [1]
Its primary clinical function is harmonizing the properties of other herbs, tonifying the spleen, clearing heat, and calming spasms.