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Mulethi sticks given to a coughing child, has been a remedy of grandmothers through the ages.  And today the world is waking up to the vast benefits that Mulethi or Licorice has to offer. A perennial herb that is indigenous to parts of Europe and Asia has been used for centuries in Ayurveda and Chinese medicine as an expectorant.  It is widely used in the western world as a flavouring agent due to the natural sweetness of licorice extract; it is used to flavour candies, tobacco, and alcohol, artificial and natural sweeteners.Today studies on glycyrrhizin (a saponin responsible for the sweetness of licorice) have shown promising results in the treatment of many health conditions.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF MULETHI

So here are some benefits of mulethi, and ways to use it.

1 . Boosts Immunity

Daily use of Mulethi is known to boost immunity. The enzymes present in the roots of Licorice plant, help the body produce lymphocytes and macrophages which are the body’s natural defense against microbes, pollutants, allergens and cells which cause autoimmune diseases. Crush 10 grams dried roots of licorice plant and mix with 200 grams tea leaves, use this mix to make your everyday chai.

2 . Controls Cholesterol Levels

Anti-oxidants present in licorice root are responsible for dilating blood vessels, avoid accumulation of plaque in arteries and veins, and regulate the quantity of fat in the blood.  Drink mulethi tea everyday to reap its benefits. Boil 10 grams of dried root in 300ml of hot water for 15 minutes to prepare this mixture.

3 . Cures Cough And Cold

Chewing on mulethi sticks is an age old remedy for sore throat. Its expectorant and bronchodilator properties help with conditions like whooping cough, asthma, dry cough and bronchitis. Mix ½ teaspoon ginger juice to mulethi tea, to soothe asthma and bronchial conditions. For a cold mix 1 teaspoon ginger, cinnamon and mulethi powder to one cup of boiling water, add honey and drink this mixture 1-2 times a day.

4 . Increases Fertility In Women

Mulethi reduces testosterone levels in women suffering from PCOD, thereby increases chances of conception. The estrogen like properties of mulethi combined with its anti-spasmodic properties make it a remedy for menstrual cramps. Mulethi tea which is a hormone regulator is also recommended for those suffering from menopausal symptoms.

5 . Maintains Digestive Health

Mulethi has anti-viral, anti-inflammatory & anti-bacterial properties; it maintains mucosal health of the digestive tract, relieves constipation, prevents gastric and peptic ulcers. Drink tea made from one teaspoon crushed mulethi & one teaspoon jiggery steeped in one cup of boiling water for 3-5 minutes.

6 . Cures Skin Ailments

Mulethi is an emollient which helps maintain skin health. Mix powdered mulethi with rose water for oily skin, or with milk for dry skin, to combat de-pigmentation.  Mix powdered mulethi in bathing water to soothe skin rashes.

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THINGS TO REMEMBER

Mulethi has many more benefits than just the ones listed above. And just as with everything that’s good for you, there are precautions one must take with mulethi.

-Restrict consumption of mulethi tea to not more than 2 cups a day.

-Patients suffering with liver ailments and diabetes must not consume it regularly.

-Heart patients on medication must consult their physicians before using mulethi regularly.

-Pregnant women and those suffering from high blood pressure problems must not use mulethi.

So go ahead, and add mulethi as a part of your daily routine and reap the countless health benefits that it has to offer. Stay Healthy, Stay Happy!