A new study examined the effect of daily consumption of licorice on blood pressure measures. The study focused specifically on glycyrrhizic acid, which is the component of Licorice.
The findings revealed a significant increase in systolic blood pressure among the participants who consumedLicorice daily compared to those in the control group. In addition, the levels of renin and aldosterone, key hormones involved in regulating Blood pressure, were suppressed during the study period. These findings raise questions about its health risks, especially in relation to blood pressure regulation and cardiovascular health.