This four herb formula stabilizes the body s metabolic rate by minimizing blood sugar changes. It accomplishes this effect by encouraging the proper functioning of the liver, adrenal glands, pancreas, and by helping to regulate the digestive system. HY-A has a history of use in treating hypoglycemia, anemia, fatigue, and restlessness. Its effectiveness may be increased by taking it with pantothentic acid. It stimulates the adrenal cortex and helps to maintain energy levels, stamina, and endurance.
Licorice root is probably one of the most important herbs for hypoglycemia.
In the digestive tract, licorice root acts as a digestive tonic, increasing the body s ability to digest food and build up muscle tissue. It soothes stomach and intestinal irritation and reduces inflammation levels throughout the body. Licorice should be used cautiously by persons with high blood pressure because excessive use can elevate blood pressure and contribute to water retention. Safflower is probably best known as a source for the oil derived from its seeds, but the traditional herbal healing benefits of the plant are taken from its flowers, which exhibit gentle blood cleansing and diuretic effects when ingested. In folk medicine, safflowers have been used to treat various childhood diseases such as measles and chicken pox.