Licorice root / Athimathuram Herbal tea usage: Step 1 Bring the water to a boil in a stainless steel pot. Step 2 Add the licorice root pieces to the water. Step 3 Remove from heat and allow the mixture to steep for 56 minutes. Step 4 Strain the mixture, removing the licorice roots. Step 5 Add honey or sugar for flavor, and enjoy! Bsd Organics Benefits of Liquorice, Licorice / Athimathuram, for Cough.Common usage of Athimadhuram is treating cough and cold.
It is also helpful in treating dandruff. . Licorice root helps to brighten the skin and disperse the pigment. Ayurveda encourages its use for treating many conditions such as leprosy, blood impurity, ulcers, alexiteric, diuretic and aphrodisiac conditions. Crush the Athimathuram root with a mortar and pestle.