Heal All And Chinese Licorice

Heal All is a plant in the mint family, also known as Prunella vulgaris. Chinese Licorice, or Gan Cao, is the root of the plant Glycyrrhiza uralensis. Both are used in traditional Chinese medicine and are often found in herbal teas and supplements.

These ingredients are primarily used for their flavor and potential health benefits in herbal teas and other beverages. They contribute a unique, slightly sweet, and earthy taste profile. Manufacturers include them to create complex flavor blends and appeal to consumers seeking traditional herbal formulations.

Heal All and Chinese Licorice are generally recognized as safe when consumed in amounts typically found in foods. Chinese Licorice contains glycyrrhizin, which can have effects on blood pressure and potassium levels if consumed in very large amounts over long periods. Regulatory bodies like the FDA do not set specific limits for these ingredients in food, and they are not typically evaluated by international bodies like JECFA or EFSA for specific ADIs. Evidence on their health effects is primarily based on traditional use and some scientific studies, with mixed findings on specific therapeutic claims.