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GlossaryGlycyrrhiza glabra (liquorice)

plant known as licorice root, used for flavor and medicine

Glycyrrhiza glabra, commonly known as licorice root, is a plant whose root is used for its sweet flavor and medicinal properties. It contains compounds like glycyrrhizin, which has anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting effects, making it useful in treating conditions such as sore throats, digestive issues, and certain skin disorders.

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research Antiandrogenic Activities of Glycyrrhiza Glabra in Male Rats

15 citations , January 2009 in “International Journal of Andrology”

Liquorice may reduce testosterone and affect male reproductive organs, potentially helping treat conditions like prostate cancer.

research Herbal Effective Remedies for Alopecia: A Review

June 2025

Herbal remedies like Ashwagandha, Amla, Bringraj, and Liquorice can effectively treat hair loss with few side effects.

research Effects of Different Herbal Drugs for the Treatment of PCOS

June 2023

Herbal remedies like liquorice and aloe vera may help manage PCOS symptoms.

research Study of the Hair Growth-Promoting Activity of Aloe Vera (Aloe Vera L.) and Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra L.) Extracts

April 2016 in “Pharmaciana”

A combination of Aloe vera and liquorice extracts promotes significant hair growth.

research Activity Test of Liquorice Root Water Extract (Glycyrrhiza glabra L.) as a Hair Growth Promoter in Male Rabbits

September 2016 in “Medical Sains/Medical sains”

Liquorice extract promotes hair growth in male rabbits, with 2.5% concentration being most effective.

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community Using licorice with minoxidil to offset lowering of blood pressure

in Minoxidil 3 upvotes 2 years ago

Using licorice to counteract the blood pressure-lowering effects of oral minoxidil. Concerns about licorice affecting potassium levels and minoxidil's effectiveness were raised.

community Considering Quitting Topical Min

in Treatment 3 weeks ago

The user is considering stopping topical minoxidil due to lack of improvement in hair growth and is exploring alternatives like oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and tretinoin. They are hesitant about oral finasteride and dutasteride, and are open to trying oral minoxidil if available, despite concerns about potential heart-related side effects.

community Anyone tried Thicair? thoughts?

in Product 2 months ago

Thicair is a product combining microneedling and subdural vitamins for hair loss, containing ingredients like Panax Ginseng Root Extract and Copper Tripeptide-1. Users are skeptical, with one calling it "quackery."

community Hairfibers: Toppik vs Boldify vs Surethik?

in Product 6 upvotes 2 years ago

User discovered hair fibers, tried Toppik but concerned about ingredients. Considering Boldify (cotton-based, cheaper) and Surethik (keratin-based) as better options.

community Experience with Spironolactone?

in Female 7 upvotes 3 years ago

Spudlady asks about experiences with spironolactone for hair loss. She has lost hair due to stress and seeks ways to stop shedding.

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