You either love licorice or hate it, there is no middle. Licorice can be found in the herbaceous roots of the Glycyrrhiza glabra plant and its flavor is often inserted into chewy, twisty candies and popular sweeteners.
Have you ever thought about its nutritional value? Scroll down and take a look.
Carbs
When you consume licorice, the carbohydrate count will typically be high and cause a spike in your blood sugar. Licorice’s nutrition value remains low, and eating one serving will account for up to seven percent of your total daily calories.
Protein
One serving of licorice contains one to two grams of protein, and according to scientists, the recommended daily consummation is 46 to 65 grams of protein.
All in all, licorice isn’t the healthiest source of nutrition. It is high in sugar, low in fats, but it also has a low protein value. So instead of eating candy, you should stick to your vegetables and fruits.
