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CHICORY

CHICORY

11 Mar
Posted By: Pavel Times Read: 1347

Chicory is a plant, that grows in meadows, forest glades, grassy slopes, often as a weed in wastelands, fields, near roads, near settlements. It is found in Eurasia, North Africa. As an invasive species, it is found in South Africa, North and South America, Australia and New Zealand.

Chicory is used as flavoring and aromatic additives to various food products: coffee and coffee drinks, confectionery.

Chicory root contains polysaccharide inulin (up to 49%). Pharmacists use it as a prebiotic - a substance that has a beneficial effect on the intestinal microflora. Chicory roots and leaves contain:

  • proteins
  • glycoside intybine
  • organic acids
  • thiamine
  • carotene
  • riboflavin
  • vitamin C
  • niacin
  • pantothenic acid
  • pyridoxine
  • folic acid
  • trace elements (iron, potassium, phosphorus, manganese, sodium)
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