There’s A Warning About Black Licorice That You MUST Listen TO…

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If you love black licorice on Halloween, read this and get flustered.

When we talk about black licorice, all you can think about is the sweet indulgence you can get but too much sweet can cause trouble, right?

Well, not diabetes in this case.

FDA’s Linda Katz, M.D have specified the number of medical journals for many years have connected high black licorice usage to illness in customers over 40, specifically those with a history of heart problem and hypertension.

Rutgers Edu has confirmed:

Black licorice is safe to eat in small amounts. The case in the journal involved excessive consumption with a very limited diet otherwise. However, it is important to realize that black licorice is more than just candy. It contains glycyrrhizic acid, which can cause swelling and high blood pressure and deplete potassium and other electrolytes that may cause cardiac arrhythmia or arrest. Glycyrrhizic acid can be found in other foods, such as jelly beans and beverages for flavor.

There is not a specific “safe” amount, but people with high blood pressure or heart or kidney disease should avoid black licorice, which could worsen these conditions. For people over 40, the FDA says that more than two ounces a day for two weeks may be problematic and cause irregular heart rhythm or arrhythmia. People who are on medications or supplements that may be affected by licorice consumption should consult their doctor. 

All foods and beverages should be consumed in moderation. It’s Ok to enjoy occasional black licorice, but it should not be part of your daily diet, particularly if you have underlying conditions that might be worsened by it.

That’s scary, right? Now listen to Lisa…

Lisa H. has also shared his unforgettable scary experience with these Black licorice.

“I almost died from it. Can’t even tell people more how scary that was! It certainly made me stop eating it cold turkey!! I was taken by ambulance in the middle of the night to the ER, and my potassium had bottomed out. The only way I knew what had caused it is when a doctor saw me pull the licorice out of my bag to snack on. He put two and two together, otherwise, it would’ve been a mystery. I had to call an ambulance for myself but passed out three times before reaching my phone. It was a nightmare.”

Watch it here: Youtube/CBS New York

Sources: Sharesplosion, Rutgers

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