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.
- CAcid reflux (GERD)
May modestly reduce heartburn and reflux symptoms; evidence is limited and mostly for one branded extract.
1 citation
- Licorice Root NCCIH · accessed 2026-06-21
- Licorice Root
Use DGL specifically; whole licorice (with glycyrrhizin) can cause high blood pressure, low potassium, and is linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes.