Benefits of Mulathi
Mulethi or the Licorice root is obtained from a plant named
Licorice (or Liquorice). Licorice is a perennial herbaceous plant found Asia
and Europe. Mulethi has antioxidant, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer
and analgesic properties. It is considered as an important herbal plant in
Ayurveda due to its therapeutic uses.
Benefits of Mulethi: Mulethi is used for treating many
diseases such as diabetes, joint pain, acidity, constipation, sore throat, etc.
Some of the properties of mulethi are as follows:
1.
Improves
Immunity: The Licorice root if consumed on regular basis is known to boost
immunity. The enzymes present in the Mulethi root improves the immune system
and protects the body against pathogenic microorganisms and pollutants.
2.
Improves
Digestion:Mulethi root also boosts digestion and relieves in the disorders
of digestive system such as constipation, heartburn, acidity, etc. It is also
used to treat different types of ulcers and has antacid property.
3.
Treating
Bronchitis and Asthma: Mulethi roots are used to treat bronchitis and
asthma due to its anti-inflammatory activities.
4.
In
Menopause:Mulethi roots are used to ease the symptoms of menopause. The
roots are known to have some compounds that are used to treat hormonal imbalance.
5. As Skin Soother:Mulethi roots are
used to soothe the skin rashes and helps in maintaining healthy and glowing
skin.
Apart from these used, Mulethi is also used as spices in
food and as flavoring agent. It is used to treat sore throat, enhance good health
of liver and lowers blood pressure. It is an amazing plant used to control
cholesterol levels and also increases fertility in women.
Mulethi is easy to consume in form of boiled tea
where the roots of mulethi is boiled and water and then consumed. It is not
adviced to drink more than two cups of mulethi tea.
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