Jethimadh Stick (Mulethi / Licorice) – Glycyrrhiza glabra – Riddhish Herbals – 1 Piece

Reviewed by Dr. Riddhish Padiya — B.Pharm (Ayurveda), M.Pharm (Pharmacognosy), Ph.D. (Dravyaguna), ITRA Jamnagar. Publications under “Padiya RH”.

About Jethimadh Stick (Single Licorice Root)

Jethimadh — Mulethi, Yashtimadhu, licorice, Glycyrrhiza glabra — is one of the most loved sweet roots of classical Ayurveda, named again and again among the Kanthya (throat-soothing) and Rasayana dravyas. This listing is a single whole root stick — handy to keep at hand and use mindfully.

Riddhish Herbals supplies it as clean single-material licorice root under our doctor-guided selection standard, with a bill on every order. A small piece is chewed slowly, or the stick is steeped in warm water or herbal tea; in Ayurvedic use the amount and anupan are chosen by a Vaidya. As a natural raw root, slight variation in colour, thickness and length between pieces is normal and a sign of genuine material. (See also our 100g Jethimadh Akha pack of whole sticks.)

Traditional Ayurvedic Importance

Yashtimadhu holds a respected place in the classical Ayurvedic materia medica. In the Charaka Samhita (Sutrasthana, Chapter 4), Madhuka / Yashtimadhu is classically grouped among the Kanthya (voice-supporting) and Jivaniya (nourishing) dravyas; Bhavaprakasha Nighantu and Sushruta Samhita likewise describe it as Madhura (sweet) and Snigdha (unctuous). It is classically Madhura in Rasa, Sheeta in Virya and Madhura in Vipaka, with a Kanthya, Kasahara, Medhya and Rasayana character.

Because licorice is naturally rich in glycyrrhizin, it is used in measured amounts and, for regular or medicinal use, within a physician-guided routine — especially where circulation or fluid balance is a consideration. Its sweet, cooling nature made it a common choice in preparations that balance Vata and Pitta as part of a considered daily routine.

Key Features

• Single whole licorice root stick: one pure piece of Glycyrrhiza glabra root (Jethimadh / Mulethi / Yashtimadhu) — no blends, binders or flavours.
• Classical Kanthya & Kasahara: classically described as throat-soothing and Kasahara (cough-easing) — a traditional demulcent root.
• Naturally sweet (Madhura): its sweetness comes from natural glycyrrhizin, a triterpenoid saponin — no added sugar.
• Handy single-piece format: easy to keep at hand — chew a small piece, or steep the stick in warm water or herbal tea.
• Rasayana heritage: classically grouped among the nourishing, harmonising dravyas.
• Genuine, doctor-guided sourcing: bill provided with every order; a store trusted since 2015.

Research on the Constituents

Ingredients (single-material)

Single-material whole licorice root, sold by the piece (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Jethimadh / Yashtimadhu). No fillers, colours, flavours or preservatives added. This is one whole root stick, not a powder. Confirm details against the physical pack label.

How to Use

Chewing: chew a small piece of the stick slowly. Kwath / tea: steep the stick in warm water or herbal tea and sip warm. The usual traditional anupan (vehicle) is warm water. Ayurvedic: as directed by your Ayurvedic physician — licorice is best used in measured amounts rather than continuously.

Who Can Use It

Suited to adults who prefer clean, plant-based Ayurvedic raw materials, in measured amounts. It is fully vegetarian. Those with heart, kidney or circulatory concerns should use it only in moderation and under physician guidance, as licorice (glycyrrhizin) can affect fluid balance and potassium with prolonged or high use. Avoid large or prolonged amounts in pregnancy and lactation without advice.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep the stick in a clean, closed container to preserve its natural aroma and sweetness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jethimadh Stick?

It is a single whole dried licorice root — Jethimadh (Yashtimadhu, Mulethi, Glycyrrhiza glabra), sold by the piece. It is a naturally sweet, classical Kanthya (throat-soothing) root used for chewing or decoction.

What is the difference between the Jethimadh Stick and Jethimadh Akha?

Both are the same licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra). This single Jethimadh Stick is one piece — handy for trying it or carrying one along; Jethimadh Akha is a 100g pack of whole sticks for regular use.

What are the alternate names of Jethimadh?

Yashtimadhu, Madhuka or Klitaka (Sanskrit), Mulethi or Mulhatti (Hindi), Jethimadh (Gujarati), Jeshtamadh (Marathi). In English it is Licorice / Liquorice root; botanically Glycyrrhiza glabra.

What are its classical properties?

Classical texts describe Yashtimadhu as Madhura in Rasa, Guru-Snigdha in Guna, Sheeta in Virya and Madhura in Vipaka, and as Kanthya, Kasahara, Medhya, Vrishya and Rasayana.

How do I use the stick?

Chew a small piece slowly, or steep the stick in warm water or herbal tea and sip it warm. Warm water is the usual traditional anupan (vehicle). For regular or medicinal use, follow your Ayurvedic physician’s guidance.

Does it contain any added sugar or flavouring?

No. The sweetness is entirely natural, from the root’s own glycyrrhizin. There are no additives, flavours or artificial processing — it is one clean, whole root stick.

Can anyone take licorice freely?

Licorice is best used in measured amounts. If you have heart, kidney or circulatory concerns, or are pregnant or lactating, use it only in moderation and under physician guidance.

Has Glycyrrhiza glabra been studied scientifically?

Yes — researchers have profiled and fingerprinted the metabolites of medicinal licorice root, Glycyrrhiza glabra (Farag MA et al., 2012, Phytochemistry). This is shared for general educational interest, not as a medical claim.

Is it available at Riddhish Herbals with a bill?

Yes — it is available at Riddhish Herbals, a trusted Gujarat Ayurvedic store since 2015, with a genuine product bill and pan-India delivery.

Regional Names & Spelling Variants

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