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13 Powerful Health Benefits of Chicory You Should Know

by Lauretta Iyamu, PharmD
June 23, 2025
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Last Updated on June 23, 2025 by Lauretta Iyamu, PharmD

Chicory root comes with a lot of fantastic health benefits and some side effects too. If you do love your morning cup of coffee but are troubled about caffeine overdose, chicory root possibly maybe the answer you’re seeking for. Below are 13 powerful health benefits of Chicory worth knowing as one of the healthiest substitutes for your coffee. So read on to discover more about this super plant.

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  • What Is Chicory?
  • Health Benefits of chicory
  • Nutrition Facts of Chicory root
  • Conclusion

What Is Chicory?

  • Scientific name: Cichorium intybus L.
  • Origin:  Asteraceae,

Since this ancient Egypt Chicory root has been used, it has been a well-liked substitute for coffee in France since the 16th century in its roasted and ground form.

  • Chicory root originates from the dandelion family’s bushy perennial herbaceous plant, called chicory.
  • Bright blue flowers characterize it. 
  • Chicory root is wood-like and fibrous.

Several varieties of chicory are cultivated for salad leaves, commonly known as endive or chicos.

Most often the roots are ground into powder form and used for baking, most commonly, as a coffee substitute.

Common Names of Chicory

Below are some common names chicory is also known as;

  1. blue daisy
  2. blue dandelion
  3. blue sailors
  4. blueweed
  5. bunk
  6. coffee weed
  7. cornflower
  8. hendibeh
  9. horseweed
  10. ragged sailor
  11.  succory
  12. wild bachelor’s buttons
  13. wild endive

Health Benefits of chicory

The chicory plant eases a variety of diseases. It has also been used as a natural sedative and helps fight kidney disease. The plant’s buds, roots, and leaves all have huge health benefits. Chicory root is ground into a powder and is commonly used as a substitute for coffee.

The Chicory health benefits originate from zinc, magnesium, and other nutrients. Below are 13 health benefits of chicory.

#1. Protective and restructuring effect on the skin

During the process of aging, the human skin undergoes a lot of alterations including dryness, skin barrier function, and damage. 

The skin barrier function is very important in preventing skin alterations and maintaining homeostasis. 

A study was carried out to assess the clinical efficacy of the skin barrier function of Cichorium intybus root extract in cosmetic formulations with or without UV filters. 

Two groups involving fifty women aged between 45 and 60 years were used for this study. The result showed that Cichorium intybus root extract had protective and restructuring effects on the skin and stood out as an innovative ingredient to improve skin barrier function. (1)

#2. Assists Digestion

People add chicory to their diets for many beneficial health reasons. One of the most common benefits of chicory is that it helps improve the digestive system.

Chicory plant contains oligosaccharides- enriched inulin, a group of beneficial bacteria that promote a healthy gut.

The Inulin found in chicory is also known as prebiotic fiber. This type of prebiotic fiber is greatly fermentable by the friendly bacteria in the gut.

Inulin helps fight a host of digestive conditions, such as heartburn, acid reflux, and indigestion.

Inulin also helps promote the growth of helpful probiotics in your digestive system and may also enhance calcium absorption.

A condition like acid reflux can increase acid in your system, resulting in other diseases. Chicory cuts down these effects of similar situations, as well.

Due to the amount of inulin your body is trying to process, you may experience gas, bloating, and pain due to fermentation 

#3. Reduces Heart Disease

Heart disease stems from multiple factors affecting the cardiovascular system. In addition, chicory is beneficial for optimizing the function of the digestive system. 

It also lowers low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the body and curbs the development of atherosclerosis and hypertension. 

Atherosclerosis develops as a plaque in the arteries and veins, which blocks blood flow. This may lead to strokes and heart attacks. 

Plant phenols found in chicory also work against thrombosis and arrhythmia. The antioxidant properties located in chicory also improve the blood plasma balance in the body, thereby reducing the chance of cardiovascular disease.

#4. Could Help Prevent Cancer

Several studies on cancer patients have used chicory extract to reduce the growth of tumors. Researchers believe this is possible because of the fructans found in chicory. Fructans have both antioxidant and anti-tumor properties.

As a natural remedy, chicory has helped prevent several types of cancer, including breast and skin cancer.

However, medical experts are waiting for more research before promoting it more widely as a treatment.

#5. Reduces Arthritis Pain

Anti-inflammatory properties of Chicory can treat the symptoms of arthritis by reducing the pain associated with these diseases.

Chicory contains plant polyphenols that can help combat inflammation. 

A study conducted with 27 healthy volunteers who consumed caffeine-free chicory coffee, a rich source of plant phenols, for one week showed a significant improvement in their red blood cell deformability.

This study describes the body’s ability to respond to inflammation by restoring cells to their original condition. 

However, the chicory root does not entirely prevent or cure arthritis. Instead, the plant works by counteracting sore joints, muscle pains, and body aches.

It enhances the function of red blood cells and reduces inflammation by halting the immune response to repair damaged cells.

#6. Reduces Constipation

Chicory is a source of natural fiber and can help prevent constipation in a few ways.

It acts by bulking up waste in the bowel and triggering the intestines to start motions that promote bowel movements.

This process promotes the release of gastric juices into the digestive tract, improving digestion. Improved digestion results in improved bowel function, thus preventing gastrointestinal diseases such as colon cancer.

#7. Helps with Weight Management

Whenever you feel hungry, your body releases an amino acid known as ghrelin. This amino acid is associated with feeling hunger and causes you to crave food, sometimes indiscriminately. 

Chicory reduces the amount of ghrelin in your system and helps prevent you from overeating. 

It helps you reach a feeling of fullness and satisfaction before you do too much. Therefore, taking chicory is a practical approach to weight loss. 

The natural dietary fiber in chicory also promotes a well-functioning digestive system which is another solution for maintaining a healthy weight. (2)

#8. Boosts Immune System

Studies have shown some practical antibacterial activities of Chicory extracts. In addition, the use of chicory is effective against some threatening strains of bacteria.

Chicory can rid the bloodstream of free radicals and harmful toxins. As a result, it reduces the chances of contracting some diseases, including cancer and heart disease.

This makes chicory an effective agent for continually strengthening the immune system.

#9. Reduces Anxiety

Chicory, as a natural sedative, can reduce anxiety and relieve stress. Its effect furthermore prevents the harmful effects stress and anxiety can have on your body and overall health.

 High stress has been linked to common diseases, such as heart disease, reduced cognitive function, and premature aging.

Although, a few medical experts recommend chicory root extract as a sleep aid since it has fewer side effects than conventional sedatives.

#10. Treats Kidney Disorders

Recent studies have shown that the extract of the chicory root increases the frequency of urination. This helps your body eliminate toxins usually stored in the liver and kidneys.

When these toxins remain in your body, they can cause other severe conditions and complications.

When you urinate frequently, it also helps get rid of water weight and reduces fat.

#11. Treats Eye Defects

Chicory is a rich source of vitamin A. As a supplement, it is needed to maintain the health and function of your eyes and the muscular system.

Other rich sources of vitamin A are Carrot, celery, parsley juice, and chicory juice. Apart from promoting healthy eyesight, chicory also corrects eye defects.

#12. May Prevent Thrombosis

Caffeine-free chicory coffee is an excellent source of plant phenolics, including caffeic acid, which inhibits in vitro platelet aggregation.

The protective effects of plant polyphenol intake on cardiovascular morbidity and mortality are widely recognized. 

A study assessed whether chicory coffee consumption might confer cardiovascular benefits. This clinical intervention study was performed with 27 healthy volunteers who consumed 300 mL of chicory coffee every day for one week. 

An assessment from this study showed a significant improvement in red blood cell deformability. This offers an encouraging starting point to delineate the antithrombotic and anti-inflammatory effects of phenolic compounds in chicory coffee. (4)

#13. May Prevent or Delay the Onset of Diabetes

Diabetes is one of the major diseases in the United States. One in seven Americans has diabetes, and a lot of people don’t even know they have the blood sugar disease, a new report shows.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fourteen percent of U.S. adults have diabetes.

There are many natural ways to manage and treat diabetes, starting with diet.

Adding chicory to a diabetic diet plan may be an excellent way to help prevent or treat this all-too-common medical condition.

Recent studies suggest that chicory root extract could delay or prevent the early onset of diabetes and improve bowel movements due to the fibrous makeup. (3)

Nutrition Facts of Chicory root

One raw Chicory root, which is about 60 grams, contains approximately: 

  • 44 Calories
  • 10.5 grams of Carbohydrates
  • 0.8 grams of Protein
  • 0.1 gram of Fat
  • 0.9 grams of Fiber
  • 0.1 milligram of Vitamin B6
  • 0.1 milligram of Manganese 
  • 3.0 milligrams of Vitamin C 
  • 74 milligrams of Potassium 

Conclusion

Chicory root has been shown to have amazing health benefits: reduce stress, contain anti-inflammatory properties, protect the liver, prevent or delay the onset of diabetes, help manage osteoarthritis, aid gut health, and relieve constipation.

Chicory root contains inulin which is classified as soluble and a prebiotic; as a soluble fiber, it can hold water and thicken or gel up, adding bulk to foods. However, if you’re interested in taking chicory roots, consult a medical professional to ensure it’s right for you.

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