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Remedy · herb

DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice)

Also: DGL, licorice

A licorice extract with the BP-raising compound removed, used for reflux.

Evidence by condition

Each grade reflects the research for DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice) and that condition specifically.

  • C
    Acid reflux (GERD)

    May modestly reduce heartburn and reflux symptoms; evidence is limited and mostly for one branded extract.

    1 citation

Use DGL specifically; whole licorice (with glycyrrhizin) can cause high blood pressure, low potassium, and is linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes.