Glycyrrhetinic Acid

Glycyrrhetinic acid, also known as glycyrrhizic acid, is one of the main bioactive compounds of licorice that is widely used in various foods as a natural sweetener. It’s also used to impart a flavor in a wide array of cosmetic and personal care products. As a therapeutic agent, glycyrrhetinic acid is also the main ingredient in various health formulations because of its anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer, anti-allergic, anti-tumor, anti-diabetic, antioxidant, and liver-protective properties.