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No, licorice is not made from an insect. Licorice is typically made from the root of the licorice plant and is commonly used as a flavoring in candies and other products.
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According to nutsonline.com Licorice root IS gluten free.
If you are referring to licorice it is a type of candy The herb is used in the treatment of adrenal fatigue and ulcers.
The root of the licorice is a plant and you could technically call it a vegetable . . . But it is used as a seasoning, much like a spice. The candy made from the licorice root is NOT considered a vegetable !
A plant of the genus Glycyrrhiza (G. glabra), the root of which abounds with a sweet juice, and is much used in demulcent compositions., The inspissated juice of licorice root, used as a confection and for medicinal purposes.
The Tamil word for licorice root is "அதிமதுரம்" (Athimathuram).