Is liquorice good for acid reflux?

Deglycyrrhizinated liquorice (DGL) is sold as a remedy, but good evidence is lacking. Ordinary liquorice contains glycyrrhizin, which in larger amounts can raise blood pressure and lower potassium.

Tips

• Do not eat large amounts of ordinary liquorice, especially if you have high blood pressure or are pregnant.
• Ask a pharmacist before trying liquorice remedies.

Is it a trigger for you?

Reactions vary a lot between people. Log liquorice in the symptom diary for two weeks: it shows how often each food is followed by symptoms. Then try two weeks without it and compare.

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