Experts Explain Why Black Licorice Could Be Bad for You

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FDA warnings about eating black licorice are being reshared after a man in Massachusetts died. Doctors explain how black licorice could impact your heart health by limiting your body’s potassium production.
- A new case study suggests that eating black licorice daily could impact your heart health due to a natural compound within the sweet treat.
- Health experts say the compound impacts your potassium levels and, when consumed frequently, could lead to issues like heart attacks, stroke, or even death.
- A doctor shares how you can safely enjoy black licorice, plus tips for decoding nutritional labels in search of the ingredient.
Candy lovers are facing renewed warnings about the potential side effects of black licorice as we draw closer to Halloween, as health officials react to news of a black licorice-related death. According to The New York Times, a 54-year-old Massachusetts man with no previous complications