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There Is a Molecule in Black Licorice That Inhibits an Enzyme

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There is a molecule in black licorice that inhibits an enzyme which normally limits activation of mineralocorticoid receptors.Thus,overconsumption of licorice can mimic the effect of excess aldosterone.What would be the result?


A) infertility in men
B) hypertension (high blood pressure) due to insufficient potassium in the blood
C) excessive body hair
D) low blood pressure due to excessive potassium in the blood

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