The root of the licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra or Glycyrrhiza uralensis) is used in traditional medicine as a digestive remedy, including heartburn and constipation relief. It also may be used to treat conditions including eczema, bronchitis, and menstrual cramps. More @Wikipedia
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