2. Beneficial in a Weight Loss Diet
If you are battling body fat here is some good news for your fat loss diet. Eating black licorice helps reduce body fat by ramping up metabolic function – with no side effects as you would expect in other thermogenic supplements.
In a study, research shows that an intake of 3.5 grams of licorice a day, could reduce body fat by up to 4-percent in subjects. The strong taste of licorice affects the production of ghrelin, the hunger hormone – thereby reducing appetite.
Preliminary research also shows how licorice can decrease adipose tissue mass. Data shows that body fat dropped and hydration levels increase, while both weight and blood pressure remained constant. While eating licorice alone won’t have any significant fat-burning effect, combining it with regular exercise and a healthy diet may provide a synergistic effect that helps you burn more body fat. So, get your workout at the gym done, eat your meals, and then enjoy a stick of licorice for dessert.