Licorice can be a wonderful herb for many ailments, especially due to its healing effect on mucous membranes BUT you should avoid licorice if you are taking Digitalis, Thiazide any or loop diuretics. Because of its aldosterone-like effects, whole licorice can cause fluid retention, high blood pressure and potassium loss when 3 grams daily are taken for more than 6 weeks. Licorice can cause significant problems if you suffer from heart or kidney disease or diabetes or hypertension.

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