Iranian Licorice Suppliers and Exporters

Licorice extract contains approximately 100 calories per ounce (28.35 grams). By boiling the root of the plant and evaporating most of its water, a black (brownish) substance is obtained. This substance is offered in two forms: solid (extract) and juice (sauce paste). The main use of this substance (in Western countries) is to sweeten food products; because it is 50 times sweeter than sugar and besides, it has medicinal properties. The dried licorice root can be chewed as a condiment. (In Western countries) Licorice extract flavor is found in a wide variety of sweet snacks (such as candy). Licorice seasoning is also used in non-alcoholic beverages and also gives a pleasant aftertaste to some herbal decoctions. It is also used to change the unpleasant taste of some drugs. Italian people (especially in the south) like to use licorice in its natural form; in this way, the root of this plant is pulled out from the ground, and after being washed, it is chewed as a mouth freshener. Throughout Italy, the pure extract of licorice (without added sugar) is consumed in the form of small black pieces, and its taste is bitter and spicy. In Chinese cooking, licorice is used as a seasoning in cooking savory dishes and is often used to flavor soups and dishes boiled in soy sauce. Licorice is also very popular in Syria and is sold in the market as a drink. This substance is also the main ingredient of the very famous Egyptian non-alcoholic drink that is used especially in Ramadan to reduce thirst. Licorice root powder (the dried ground root of the plant) is an effective expectorant and has been used for this purpose since ancient times. The compounds found in the root of the licorice plant are also useful in fighting tooth decay. The compounds in the root of the plant have antimicrobial properties; Therefore, the sap of this plant can be used as an anti-caries agent in mouthwash solutions and toothpaste. Licorice extract is one of the components of cough syrup. In its natural form, this substance is useful in the treatment of mouth and digestive system ulcers. Licorice is also diuretic and laxative and can be used as a topical antiviral agent for shingles, eyes, mouth, and genitals. The most important property of licorice is its effect on the digestive system. This plant treats swelling and ulcers of the stomach and duodenum and has a favorable effect on stomach cancer. It is also useful for treating indigestion and eliminating flatulence. Licorice also affects the body's endocrine system, and its consumption may reduce the amount of testosterone in the bloodstream. One of the medicinal properties of licorice is its anti-blemish and brightening effect on the skin, which is presented in the form of skin care creams.