Topic: what @licorice in adrenal complex/@high blood pressure
nonna05
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I know it's not good for blood pressure in general .
the amount is7:1 extract ...250 mg
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glm1111
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Thanks for posting this nonna. I am going to call my neigbor who is taking licorice and has had bouts of high blood pressure and couldn't figure out why.
Researched it and it not only can elevate bp, but can lower testosterone levels and shrink the prostrate.
Gael
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Keebler
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- Licorice is EXCELLENT for adrenal issues and, at regular dose, in a balanced formula should not adversely affect blood pressure.
The key is the amount and the balance within the overall formula. It "plays well with others" but not alone.
This author below explains how that myth got started - and how accidental abuse due to lack of education can cause trouble.
However, if anything causes over stimulation for any certain individual, it may not be the best choice.
And that is just one reason why it's best to consult with a naturopathic doctor, acupuncturist or other professional with years of formal training in this area.
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Keebler
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- From my file notes: see last two paragraphs in the last excerpt below for the dosage parameters.
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Do you like Licorice? That is sweet and excellent, and will not promote candida.
Licorice is excellent for the adrenals and was my very best "go-to" helper when I used to faint a lot. I think it can be better than Flornif in that regard for those with NMH or POTS. (Those terms can be web searched with: low+blood+pressure).
But, it must be the pure licorice, not candy. You can find little tiny pieces in tins, usually from Europe - on some websites.
The pieces look like tiny little charcoal briquets.
The kind I get is made in Italy. But I've not had it in a long time and forget the brand. A tiny yellow flat tin that slides open along the top.
Licorice tea, too.
For those prone to high blood pressure, though, too much can push that. Still, if balanced, it can be fine.
It's a bit stimulating, so not too late in the day -- or with other foods/herbs that will balance that effect.
Holy Basil should be one to balance that but you'd want to study up on this or ask a good ND, L.Ac. or other with an education in herbs.
I do not see the same tin as what I had years ago but pretty sure the brand is the one below.
Remember, though, to figure out the milligrams as a medical dose and don't go over that. Also, best along with other foods in your body to balance the effect.
It should be sugar-free & gluten-free. Nothing but licorice (which is really licorice root extract, dried).
If you buy licorice in ANY form, be sure to calculate the dose so you don�t consume too much. See last link. This calculation is essential.
Really, though, just the tiniest piece can provide a sweet pleasure melting in your mouth for 15 minutes. Intended to melt, not to chew so don't even start doing that - it disappears too fast and you'll want more.
[Be sure to read the whole page & also research from other authors]
Excerpt:
. . . We now know that the negative effects of licorice overdose, such as blood pressure elevation and fluid retention, are caused primarily by its dose-dependent inhibition of a specific enzyme called 11-HSD.
Analysis reveals that this inhibition occurs only after multiple doses of 1.5 grams per day of pure glycyrrhizic acid.
Daily doses of 500 mg. or less cause little or no problem (Krahenbuhl et al., 1994, Heilmann et al., 1999, White et al., 1997). In other words, licorice root is safe when used in proper dosage.
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I started taking it 3 days ago and I didn't sleep at all last night, I hope it was from the licorice and it's not from an infection going wild again. I took 720 mgs. In the morning. The bottle said 1 tab is a serving, I took 2. I didn't take any today. I guess if I sleep from here out I don't need adrenal support, that I am probably producing enough cortisol.
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Keebler
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- RC1, according to the author just above your post, 500 mg as a daily dose may be best to get back down to, 720 mg, just starting out is a lot.
And, those with lyme are often very sensitive to both Rx and to certain herbs so it's important to always start low and slow.
I'm not sure why you took 2 when then dose is 1. By doubling the dose, I can see how that would cause insomnia.
With licorice, it's often best to start with 1/4 of a dose and keep to that for a week or more before even slightly increasing -- along with other herbs for the adrenal, too.
FOOD is also good to have on board so that the absorption is more controlled and goes along with the food's digestion.
How licorice is best with other herbs is detailed in books and articles here:
Topic: NATURAL SLEEP & ADRENAL SUPPORT -
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Keebler
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- If, by accident, too much licorice is taken, HOLY BASIL &/or MAGNESIUM can help to settle down over stimulation.
SKULLCAP tincture is also helpful before bed. Tincture only for this one as it's just not effective in powdered/tablet form.
If body puffiness occurs and you are certain it's specifically due to licorice, than the dose is too high. -
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Keebler, I did it before I saw your post I figured if a little was good for normal people more might be better for us. I don't know if that is what caused my insomnia. I hope it was.
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Licorice is helpful for me, but I have POTS and my blood pressure tends to be low anyway.
I use Licorice Plus by Metagenics. I use a pill cutter and only take half at breakfast. In the beginning I tried one a day and that proved to be too much.
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