Some people are already accustomed to drinking chicory in the morning instead of coffee, but few people know about its beneficial properties, as well as about the negative qualities of this plant.
The benefits of chicory
Chicory cheers up, gives strength and energizes due to the content of vitamins B6, C, E, as well as tannins, pectin and inulin. The plant has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular and digestive system (thanks to inulin). Chicory can lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels and help cope with anemia.
Also, chicory will help to cope with heartburn, as it neutralizes the acid in the stomach. Include chicory in your diet if you plan on following a vegetarian diet. It will prevent bloating.
Sometimes the roots of this plant are used to treat furunculosis, eczema and dermatitis, since chicory has wound healing properties. For this, chicory root powder is diluted with water 1: 1 and applied to problem areas twice a day for 30 minutes.
Chicory has no contraindications for pregnant women and children (but only over 3 years old).
Chicory harm
Chicory is harmful for those who suffer from hemorrhoids, varicose veins, gastritis and diseases of the nervous system. Consult your doctor before consuming chicory, as this plant is medicinal and you need to treat it with caution - do not use it for a long time.
Choose a drink that says it is a natural root extract on the packaging and avoid tinted, artificially fortified, and sweetened versions of the product.
