Chicory Root Benefits And Side Effects - Is Chicory Root Fiber Good For You?

Chicory is a perennial plant of the dandelion family with blue flowers. The root of chicory is commonly used as a caffeine-free substitute for coffee, as a food additive and even as a nutritional supplement.

The main attraction of chicory root, aside from its flavor, is that it is an incredible source of dietary fiber. A significant amount of the fiber found in it is naturally soluble dietary fiber made up of inulin.
Inulin is an important prebiotic fiber that is also found in bananas.

Following are the amazing benefits of chicory root.


1. Digestive Support

It increases the flow of bile, which supports digestion. Organic chicory root contains inulin, a soluble fiber that feeds digestive flora in the intestines. Nourishing the healthy flora in the intestines enhances digestion.


2. Antioxidant Activity

It's rich in polyphenols that make it a good anti-oxidant. Being an anti-oxidant, it helps to remove toxins from the body, keeping the body clean and free from harmful substances.


3. Against Harmful Organisms

Chicory root extracts are found to have anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties. It's also believed that it possess properties that are toxic to internal parasites.


4. Protects the Liver

Root of chicory provides functional support to the liver. Chicory extract is rich in antioxidants and is able to scavenge reactive free radicals. This ability protects the liver against harmful toxins.


5. Reduces Stress

It's used as a natural sedative for the nervous system, and can reduce anxiety and ease the mind. Repeated consumption of caffeine, especially when you are stressed out, can lead to increased cortisol levels. Since chicory is totally caffeine free, substituting your coffee with it or even using it as an additive in coffee is a great way to keep your cortisol levels in check.


6. Anti-Inflammatory Properties

Consuming caffeine-free chicory coffee, a rich source of plant phenols leads to improvements in red blood cell deformability. In other words it improves body’s ability to respond to inflammation by restoring cells to their original condition.


7. May Prevent or Delay Diabetes

A study has shown that a protein that regulates glucose levels and fatty acid breakdown, significantly improved in those adults who were given the chicory extract. These results suggest that chicory root extract could delay or prevent the early onset of diabetes as well as improve bowel movements due to the fibrous makeup.


Side Effects

Though it's safe and well tolerated by many people, it might cause some allergic reactions in a few. If you are allergic don’t take it by mouth or handle it.
Possibly it can be unsafe during pregnancy because it might start menstruation and cause a miscarriage.


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