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Glycyrrhizin, Ammoniated

Level 3 — ContestedIn Winter's Dictionary

Glycyrrhizin, Ammoniated is a natural sweetener — Sugar substitute (100x sweeter than sugar); licorice/anise flavoring

Also: Licorice, Glycyrrhiza

What it does

Sugar substitute (100x sweeter than sugar); licorice/anise flavoring

Where you'll see it

Licorice candy, root beer, beverages, tobacco, pharmaceuticals

What the research says

Cases reported of avid licorice eaters who develop high blood pressure.

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: GRAS
  • Notes: With limitations on amounts

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): cases have been reported of avid licorice eaters who develop high blood pressure