Do liquorice roots expire?
Four years ago I have harvested some liquorice roots in a field. After a brief cleaning with fresh water I have sun dried these roots for a day. These were very tasty. I kept these in a cardboard box. Now are they edible?
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I think that they'd be safe, presuming they're free of mold. However, I'd imagine that the flavor of the roots have likely diminished. Give them a try, let us know how the flavor was after four years in a cardboard box.
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Does liquorice root go out of date?
Properly stored, licorice candy will maintain best quality for about 12 months, but will remain safe beyond that time.What is the shelf life of licorice root?
Shelf life: 12 months, properly stored, in sealed container.Can licorice root make you sick?
Licorice that contains glycyrrhizin is possibly unsafe when consumed in large amounts or for a long time. Eating licorice 5 grams or more daily for several weeks can cause severe side effects including heart attack. People who have heart disease, kidney disease, or high blood pressure are more sensitive to it.Who should not use licorice root?
It should not be consumed by children, pregnant women, or nursing mothers. 12 Licorice also should be avoided in people with hypertension, low potassium, edema, and kidney or liver problems.What is Licorice Root and What Are Its Benefits? – Dr. Berg
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