Can I eat liquorice when pregnant?
CautionReal liquorice has glycyrrhizin; large amounts have been linked to problems in pregnancy. A small piece now and then is fine.
Liquorice for other situations
BreastfeedingNo concern for breastfeeding.Safe
VegetarianFine for a vegetarian diet.Safe
VeganNo animal ingredients.Safe
CoeliacContains gluten (wheat, barley or rye).Avoid
Milk allergyNo milk listed.Safe
Peanut allergyNo peanut listed.Safe
Gestational diabetesHigh in sugar and quickly raises blood sugar.Avoid
MAOIsNo known concern for MAOIs.Safe
Low-FODMAPNo known concern for a low-FODMAP diet.Safe
Questions people ask
Is liquorice safe in pregnancy?
Caution. Real liquorice has glycyrrhizin; large amounts have been linked to problems in pregnancy. A small piece now and then is fine.