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Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL)
Also known as DGL
What is Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL)?
Deglycyrrhizinated licorice — licorice with glycyrrhizin removed (avoiding blood-pressure effects), used to soothe the stomach and esophagus.
How Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) works
Supports mucus production that protects the stomach and esophageal lining; soothes irritation without glycyrrhizin's side effects.
Benefits & uses
- Soothes heartburn/reflux
- Supports stomach lining
- May help with indigestion
Common uses: Acid reflux, indigestion, stomach/esophageal soothing.
Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) dosage
- Typical dose
- ~760 mg, up to 3× daily before meals (chewable)
Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) side effects
- Generally well tolerated (glycyrrhizin removed)
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