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  • Feb 27, 2023
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●First State In India To Have Organized Cultivation Of Mulethi : Himachal Pradesh

News: The commercial cultivation of licorice (Mulethi) has only recently started in Himachal Pradesh, making it the first state in India to have organised Mulethi agriculture.

 

  • Mulethi, also referred to as licorice, is a perennial shrub with a sweet flavour.
  • Named after a plant: Glycyrrhiza glabra
  • The presence of glycyrrhizin, which is 50 times sweeter than sucrose, gives the roots a sweet flavour.
  • It has long been recognised and utilised in Ayurvedic medicine for regeneration (known as “Yashtimadhu” in Ayurveda).

 

  • It has long been recognised and utilised in Ayurvedic medicine for regeneration (known as “Yashtimadhu” in Ayurveda).
  • Mulethi is used in herbal treatments because of its inherent sweetness.
  • Also, it is utilised in conventional treatments for lung and chest conditions.
  • It is used to flavour fake and natural sweeteners, cigarettes, wine, and candies.
  • Antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties are present.
  • Due to the rise in macrophage and lymphocyte production, it is known to strengthen immunity.
  • Asthma, cough, colds, sore throats, and other respiratory conditions can all be treated with mulethi plant.
  • Due to the presence of flavonoids, which help to prevent excessive body fat accumulation, it aids in weight loss.
  • It enhances our digestive system, lowers the amount of acid in our intestines, and aids in body detoxification.