Licorice Root TCM vs Paullinia Pinnata

The most used herb in all of TCM, appearing in over 60% of Chinese formulas as a harmonizing herb. Used to tonify spleen, moisten lungs, and moderate other herbs.

West African climbing plant used as a tonic and adaptogen for energy, fatigue, and as an antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory.

glycyrrhizin, liquiritin, isoliquiritigenin, glabridin

caffeine, theobromine, saponins, tannins, flavonoids

Harmonize herbal formulas, Tonify spleen qi, Moisten lungs, Treat peptic ulcers, Detoxify other herbs

Energy tonic, Fatigue management, Infections, Liver disorders

Anti-inflammatory, Antiviral, Demulcent, Harmonizing adaptogen

Adaptogenic properties, Antimicrobial activity, Anti-inflammatory effects, Hepatoprotective potential

3-12g dried root in decoction or 200-500mg DGL extract daily

Leaf decoction: 1 cup twice daily

Hypertension, Edema, Kidney disease, Long-term high-dose use

Pregnancy, Cardiac conditions, Stimulant medications

Hypokalemia, Elevated blood pressure, Edema

Stimulant effects, Possible tachycardia