Posted by Larry Hoover on October 30, 2004, at 9:41:19
In reply to Re: licorice » Larry Hoover, posted by JLx on September 24, 2004, at 15:33:14
> Hi Larry,
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> Forgive my ignorance, but what exactly is the test?
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> > One simple test of adrenal stress is to try some licorice. Do not use DGL, though. That is De-Glycyrrhizinated Licorice.I hope you're still around to see this answer.
Licorice root has the effect of creating an illusion that the adrenal output is higher than it really is. It does so by increasing the half-life of cortisol. This could have two possible observable effects, if adrenal output was bad before the licorice. If adrenal output is unstable or fluctuating (what some call sputtering), licorice will stabilize both mood and energy somewhat. If adrenal output was stable but low, the energy and mood will gradually improve. If licorice makes you feel wired, jumpy, or anxious, then it's likely that there wasn't a problem with the adrenals to begin with. It takes a good four to six weeks of licorice use to determine the outcome.
> What would be the "something" that would be noticeable when taking licorice that would indicate the adrenal stress?
See above.
> Good to see you are still here, btw. :) I've been away for quite a few months myself, but now I'm thinking that I need to check in here as much as I need to do other things as it helps me to keep thinking in terms of solutions and to be motivated.
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> JLHad a little slump, myself. Still vulnerable to external influences. We teach each other what useful and helpful. Gotta love that.
Lar
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