Eating large amounts of sour candies can cause irritation of the tongue because of the acid effect. It can also cause irreversible dental erosion.
Stabilizers are used to keep it from getting moist or clumping.
References
↑ Robyn, R. Loewen; Robert, J. Marolt; John, D. Ruby (Mar–Apr 2008). "Pucker up: the effects of sour candy on your patients' oral health. A review of the dental erosion literature and pH values for popular candies". Northwest Dentistry87 (2): 20–21, 24–25, 28–29 passim. ISSN0029-2915. PMID18491469.
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The mineral-rich sand is also edible with locals putting this natural spice in sauces such as sooragh, a sour and salty fish paste that’s eaten with bread, rice, and other local fare.