Candy Ingredients & Health: Licorice Risks vs. Benefits

What are the real effects of candy on the body? Understanding ingredients in black licorice, the risks of DGL varieties, and the digestive impact of chewing gum is essential for long-term health.

Black Licorice vs. Red Licorice

Published Sep,08 2011 | By Jessica Bruso

The differences between red and black licorice involve more than just color and flavor. The root of the licorice plant is used in herbal medicine as well as for flavoring foods, including some types of licorice candy.