prednisone and licorice
F u z
I was wondering if anyone knows how soon after giving up up steroids for
ulcerative colitis can you start dgl (licorice) to help boost the adrenals
and heal the stomach. I've been off them for 3 days now.
Cheers
Faisal
Paul Rogers
"F u z" <f...@gmxnospam.co.uk> wrote in message
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Make sure you are not hypertensive. Even then you should keep an eye on
blood pressure if you take licorice.
Paul R
Steve Harris
Paul, the dgl or DGL means it's DeGlycyrrhizinated Licorice. That means the
stuff in it with the mineralocorticoid activity has been removed. The
remaining flavonoids and whatnot still apparently have a healing effect on
some tissues. But no, they don't do diddly for the adrenals. And you can eat
DGL licorice whenever you like-- it's a harmless food.
SBH
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> Paul Rogers wrote in message ...
> >
> >"F u z" <f...@gmxnospam.co.uk> wrote in message
> >news:101717744...@iapetus.uk.clara.net...
> >> Hi,
> >>
> >> I was wondering if anyone knows how soon after giving up up steroids
for
> >> ulcerative colitis can you start dgl (licorice) to help boost the
> adrenals
> >> and heal the stomach. I've been off them for 3 days now.
> >
> >Make sure you are not hypertensive. Even then you should keep an eye on
> >blood pressure if you take licorice.
> >
> >Paul R
>
>
> Paul, the dgl or DGL means it's DeGlycyrrhizinated Licorice. That means
the
> stuff in it with the mineralocorticoid activity has been removed. The
> remaining flavonoids and whatnot still apparently have a healing effect on
> some tissues. But no, they don't do diddly for the adrenals. And you can
eat
> DGL licorice whenever you like-- it's a harmless food.
Thanks Steve, I missed that.
Paul R
F u z
do a search on prednisone and licorice.
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> "F u z" <f...@gmxnospam.co.uk> wrote in message
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> Who told you Licorice helps the adrenals. Licorice is used in the
> treatment of hot element lung disorders and to subset fever within all
> the vital organs. It is basically cooling in nature. Please do your
> research more carefully.
>
> Tenzing
>
> Our website -- http://www.tibetanherbs.com
stan
web.
China uses it for Alterative, Anodyne, Antidote, Boil, Burn,
Cancer(Esophagus), Cancer(Uterus), Cough, Diuretic, Dyspnea,
Expectorant, Fever, Rejuvenation, Sore, Thirst, Tonic
Elsewhere Addison's-Disease, Bactericide, Candidia, Catarrh, Cough,
Demulcent, Deodorant Expectorant, Fungicide, Internulcer, Laxative,
Masticatory, Pectoral, Pill, Scald, Sore, Tumor, Urogenital, Wound
Europe Tumor
Japan Antidote, Antispasmodic, Antitussive, Demulcent, Expectorant
Turkey Alexiteric, Alterative, Demulcent, Depurative, Diuretic,
Emollient, Expectorant, Pectoral
US Cancer
REFERENCED QUOTES ON LICORICE
2. "Licorice is very sweet and contains glycyrrhizic acid which is
fifty times sweeter than sugar. It helps support the adrenal glands
and stimulate the excretion of hormones from the adrenal cortex. It
has also been shown to have estrogen activity in animal studies and
may be used to stabilize the menstrual cycle when coming off of "the
Pill." It is excellent for the lungs and spleen. It has been used for
coughs, sore throat, asthma, stomach and duodenal ulcers, hepatitis,
hysteria and food poisoning. It is also known to be a good
antioxidant."
4."Medicinal Action and Uses: The action of Liquorice is demulcent,
moderately pectoral and emollient. It is a popular and well-known
remedy for coughs, consumption, and chest complaints generally most
notably bronchitis, and is an ingredients in almost all popular cough
medicines on account of its valuable soothing properties."
5. "Beneficial for hypoglycemia, bronchitis, colitis, diverticulosis,
gastritis, stress, colds, nausea, and inflammation. Cleanses the
colon, promotes adrenal gland function, decreases muscle or skeletal
spasms, and increases the fluidity of mucus from the lungs and
bronchial tubes. Has estrogen-like hormone effects; changes the voice.
Studies show licorice root stimulates the production of interferon.
Warning: Do not use if you have high blood pressure."
6. "The root contains glycrrhizin, 50 times sweeter than sucrose,
which encourages the production of hormones such as hydrocortisone.
This helps to explain its anti-inflammatory action and also its role
in stimulating the adrenal cortex after steroid therapy. The root can
help heal gastric ulceration and is also a potent expectorant.
Actions: Anti-inflammatory, anti-arthritic, tonic stimulant for
adrenal cortex, lowers blood cholesterol, soothes gastric mucous
membranes, possibly anti-allergenic, cooling, expectorant."
7. "Liquorice is one of a group of plants that have a marked effect
upon the endocrine system. The glycosides present have a structure
that is similar to the natural steroids of the body. They explain the
beneficial action that liquorice has in the treatment of adrenal gland
problems such as Addison's disease. It has a wide usage in bronchial
problems such as catarrh, bronchitis and coughs in general."
9. "Botanical name: Glycyrrhiza uralensis.
Pharmaceutical name: Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis
Properties: sweet, neutral (raw); sweet, warm (toasted).
Channels entered: All 12 Primary Channels (principally the Spleen and
Lung)
Functions and clinical use: Tonifies the Spleen and benefits the Qi:
commonly used for Deficient Spleen patterns, especially when toasted.
Also used for Deficient Qi or Deficient Blood patterns with an
irregular or intermittent pulse or palpitations. Moistens the Lungs
and stops coughing: used for coughing and wheezing. As it is of a
neutral nature, it can be used for either Heat or Cold in the Lungs.
Clears Heat and detoxifies Fire Poison: used raw for carbuncles,
sores, or sore throat arising from Fire Poison. For this purpose it
can be taken internally or applied topically. Moderates and harmonizes
the characteristics of other herbs: by virtue of its sweet, neutral
and moderating characteristics, this herb moderates hot and cold
herbs, and makes violent herbs more gentle. Because it is said to
enter all twelve Primary Channels, it can lead and conduct other herbs
into the Channels. Soothes spasms: used for painful spasms in the
abdomen and legs. Also used as an antidote to a variety of toxic
substances, both internally and topically.
Cautions and contraindications: Contraindicated in cases of Excess
Dampness, nausea, or vomiting."
13. "The medicinal use of licorice in both Western and Eastern
cultures dates back several thousand years. It was used primarily as a
demulcent, expectorant, antitussive, and mild laxative. Its
traditional use include the treatment of peptic ulcers, asthma,
pharyngitis, malaria, abdominal pain, insomnia and infections.
Licorice is known to exhibit many pharmacological actions, including
estrogenic, aldosterone-like; anti-inflammatory (cortisol-like);
antiallergic; antibacterial, antiviral; and anti-Trichomonas;
antihepatotoxic; anticonvulsive; choleretic; anticancer; expectorant;
and antitussive activities. Although much of the pharmacology focuses
on glycyrrhizin and glycyrrhetinic acid, remember that licorice has
many other components, such as flavonoids, that may have significant
pharmacological effect."
14. "Licorice can be recommended for just about everybody, for male
and female alike, young and old, well or sick. It is the grand tonic
of the world, in this author's opinion. For that reason, I recommend
it as an important tonic in the maintenance of the musculoskeletal
system. The amazing anti-inflammatory actions of licorice root extend
to the entire surface area of the body, both outside and inside. Not
only the skin, but the mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract
yield to the soothing and healing action of licorice root. The plant
reinforces the body's ability to withstand attack from virtually any
kind of pathogen, and should therefore be considered a tonic for the
musculoskeletal system. If one is looking for a broad-spectrum tonic
to protect, maintain health, and heal injuries, there is no herb
better than licorice root."
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Steve Harris
>I believe it is a well known fact. It's all over the place.
>do a search on prednisone and licorice.
And you'll find nothing, if you're talking about licorice with the
glycyrrhizic acid removed.
>There is no need for me to do research. They are all wrong.
Spoken like the true crank.
> I dont
>understand how these other people got a hold of these weird benefits.
Possibly by listening to people who have no regard for evidence?
>I would like to remind you once again for your own benefit that if you
>take Licorice "single herb" for a long period of time then you are
>calling for kidney failure. This is just my opinion, you do not
>necessarily have to make a decision based on my opinion. If you dont
>keep this in mind..you will remember me soon.
We'll remember you for a TCM hag-ridden idiot. Have a nice day.
SBH
F u z
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> > "Kungs" <Kun...@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:5a3b8d10.02032...@posting.google.com...
> > > "F u z" <f...@gmxnospam.co.uk> wrote in message
> > news:<101717744...@iapetus.uk.clara.net>...
> > > > Hi,
> > > >
> > > > I was wondering if anyone knows how soon after giving up up steroids
for
> > > > ulcerative colitis can you start dgl (licorice) to help boost the
> > adrenals
> > > > and heal the stomach. I've been off them for 3 days now.
> > > >
> > > > Cheers
> > > >
> > > > Faisal
> > >
> Who told you Licorice helps the adrenals. Licorice is used in the
> treatment of hot element lung disorders and to subset fever and
> inflammation within all the vital organs. It is basically cooling in
> nature. Please do your
> research more carefully.
> > >
> > > Tenzing
> > >
> > > Our website -- http://www.tibetanherbs.com
>
> "F u z" <f...@gmxnospam.co.uk> wrote in message
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>
> I believe it is a well known fact. It's all over the place.
> do a search on prednisone and licorice.
>
> There is no need for me to do research. They are all wrong. I dont
> understand how these other people got a hold of these weird benefits.
> I would like to remind you once again for your own benefit that if you
> take Licorice "single herb" for a long period of time then you are
> calling for kidney failure. This is just my opinion, you do not
> necessarily have to make a decision based on my opinion. If you dont
> keep this in mind..you will remember me soon.
>
> Herbs are like conventional medicines and every single one of them has
> a negative effect. They need to be balanced and harmonized first
> before being dispensed. "Single herbs" are specially very harsh in
> nature. They have no consideration for the stomach just like the
> vitamins and minerals. They are like a car whose brakes have failed.
F u z
totally ok to take for a gastritis after steroid treatment (not to help
adrenals).
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Chris Malcolm
>"Steve Harris" <sbha...@ix.RETICULATEDOBJECTcom.com> wrote in message
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>> Kungs wrote in message
><5a3b8d10.02032...@posting.google.com>...
>>
>> >I believe it is a well known fact. It's all over the place.
>> >do a search on prednisone and licorice.
>>
>> And you'll find nothing, if you're talking about licorice with the
>> glycyrrhizic acid removed.
>>
>ok so it's the glycyrrhizic acid that helps the adrenals, so it should be
>totally ok to take for a gastritis after steroid treatment (not to help
>adrenals).
It doesn't *help* the adrenals at all. What it may do is reduce the
reuptake rate of cortisol, i.e., may help you to get by with adrenal
insufficiency. If so, you'll feel better, but that in turn may help
the adrenals *not* to recover.
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