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Chicory

Overview​

Chicory provides high inulin content and can be used as a coffee substitute, supporting gut microbiome diversity. Prebiotic fibres including inulin (chicory, onions) support Bifidobacterium, Akkermansia; ↑ butyrate production; improved gut barrier.

Recipes​

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Substances​

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Preparation Notes​

  • Can be consumed as root vegetable or coffee substitute
  • High inulin content
  • Part of diverse prebiotic fiber strategy
  • Supports Bifidobacterium and Akkermansia

Biological Target Matrix​

No biological targets found for food: Chicory

References​

  • Prebiotic Fibres: Inulin (chicory, onions), GOS (legumes), resistant starch (cooled potatoes, green bananas), pectin (apples)
  • Chicory root: Coffee substitute, high inulin
  • Inulin (chicory, onions) supports Bifidobacterium, Akkermansia; ↑ butyrate production; improved gut barrier