- A man in Massachusetts died recently after consuming a bag and a half of black licorice every day for weeks.
- The 54-year-old construction worker's heart stopped thanks to the licorcie's glycyrrhizic acid, which can cause potassium and electrolyte imbalances.
- The FDA warns that as little as two ounces of black licorice a day can cause a heart rhythm problem, especially for people ages 40 and up.
- Licorice root is also found in jelly beans, licorice teas, and Belgian beers.
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