By Michael Franco August 16, 2023 Although stick-like in its appearance, licorice root is quite different from the popular candy store treat Depositphotos Typically thought of as a bendy black confection, the root form of licorice has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a range of conditions. Now, a new study shows...
by Michael Merschel, American Heart Association News “How do you feel about black licorice?” sounds like a question for starting a simple chat at a Halloween party—or a silly internet fight. It’s a love-it-or-hate-it candy that inspires intense opinions. But if you ask a health expert, expect a serious conversation—because eating lots of black licorice...
