Health Benefits of Chicory: Flowers, Roots & Leaves

Learn about the cooling power of chicory from a perspective of Ayurvedic principles applied to Western herbalism.

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00:00 - Introduction to chicory
00:40 – Characteristics of chicory
01:30 – Where and when chicory grows
02:30 – Chicory’s culinary uses
03:00 – Chicory flower and bitter quality
03:30 – Chicory as a coffee substitute: inulin in the roots
04:00 – When to collect and harvest chicory
05:35 – Why wild edibles are important for biodiversity conservation and to maintain natural ecosystems
06:15 – Uses & benefits of chicory based on the Ayurvedic properties
07:00 – Chicory and the doshas
07:15 – Bitter herbs to detox the body
08:15 – Chicory as a diuretic
09:00 - Chicory as a digestive aid
09:30 – Chicory for inflammation
10:00 – Chicory as a coffee substitute
12:10 – Inulin as a prebiotics and the gastrointestinal tract, chicory and diabetics
15:10 – Working with chicory and the energetic properties of the plant
15:40 – Mantra for working with chicory

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This content is meant strictly for educational and entertainment purposes only. This herbal and plant information is not a diagnostic tool and cannot be used to suggest, confirm, contradict, or rule out any medical diagnosis. If you think that you may have a specific medical condition, or symptoms of such, consult your personal medical provider. Always consult with a health care practitioner before using any herbal remedy or food, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition.