Can You Take Licorice Root and Potassium Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Licorice root raises blood pressure and depletes potassium through mineralocorticoid-like effects, while potassium supplementation aims to lower blood pressure. Licorice directly counteracts potassium's benefits.

How to arrange timing

Research suggests licorice root may deplete potassium and raise blood pressure. Avoid combining if supplementing potassium for BP management.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Sigurjónsdóttir HA et al. Liquorice-induced rise in blood pressure. J Hum Hypertens. 2001;15(8):549-552

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.