I think licorice is great don't listen to what websites say bout hypertension.
I take licorice pills since 2 years no problem. (no DGL the real one)
It is sweet but it is a fake Sugar ! it is a trick for Candida. Then when it goes to the intestine it releases all molecules and doesn t give any chances to bacterias and candida.
Licorice is a candida killer.
It is the second most prescribed herb in China after Ginseng
It is used since 4000 years for intestinal problem.