Dysregulation of Cortisol and Aldosterone | Black Licorice and Associated Health Effects

The video discusses the health effects of consuming black licorice, focusing on a 2017 FDA report. It explains how glycyrrhizic acid, a component of black licorice, inhibits an enzyme that affects cortisol levels, leading to potential health issues like heart arrhythmias, hypertension, and edema. The video emphasizes the importance of dietary information in diagnosing these conditions.

What are the potential health effects of consuming too much black licorice?

What symptoms can arise from excessive consumption of black licorice?

What is glycyrrhizic acid and how does it affect the body?

Explain the role of the enzyme 11 beta hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase in relation to cortisol.

Discuss the relationship between cortisol and aldosterone in the context of black licorice consumption.

How does the consumption of black licorice lead to hypokalemia?

What dietary considerations should be taken into account regarding black licorice?