Chicory Herb Uses, Benefits, Cures, Side Effects, Nutrients

It may cause cause Eczema.
Avoid use during Pregnancy and Breast Feeding.
It may cause Skin Irritation.

Chicory is a plant.
It is perennial.
It grows up to 1 M.
It grows in a temperate climate.
It has dark green leaves and pale blue flower.
It belongs to the family of Asteraceae.
The herb has a long white tap root.


Best used for Kidney diseases and Indigestion.

Chicory is rich in Iron, therefore it is highly useful in treating Anemia.
It promotes proper blood circulation. Because of this property it is useful in the treatment of Angina.
Chicory is high in Dietary Fibers which keep the body weight normal. It controls the hunger pangs by regulating the amino acid called Ghrelin. It prevents overeating and promotes the feeling of fullness in the stomach. This is beneficial in countering Obesity.
The presence of antioxidant and antitumor agents helps Chicory to fight Cancer. It reduces the growth of tumor and cures Breast Cancer and Colon Cancer.
It contains Inulin which regulates the bowel movement and supports digestion. It is helpful in combating the Intestinal Diseases and Digestive Troubles.
Inulin is also effective in reducing the Bad Cholesterol from the body. The presence of another component called Choline, emulsifies the cholesterol and prevents them from sticking to the artery walls.
It maintains the flow of blood in the arteries and the veins. This helps in preventing problems like Atherosclerosis and High Blood Pressure.
The Laxative property of Chicory alleviates the symptoms of Constipation.
The Antiinflammatory action reduces the pain associated with Arthritis. It is beneficial in conditions like Muscular Pain and Sore Joints.
The antibacterial and antiviral property prevents from bacterial and viral attacks.
It soothes the Mind and the Brain. It is beneficial in countering Anxiety, Stress and Depression. The Sedative quality provides a relaxing effect on the body and conquers Insomnia.
Chicory root acts as a Diuretic, which increases the amount of Urination. It removes the toxins from the Kidneys and the Liver.
Chicory root is an excellent source of vitamin C which helps in boosting your immune system.

Different parts of Chicory plant acts differently on different parts of the human Body.
Chicory Root cures Liver Enlargement, Jaundice, Gout, and Rheumatism.
Seeds have Hepatoprotective action and cure Liver Disorders.
Leaves have Antidiabetic and Antiinflammatory properties.
Benefits of Extracts or Compounds from various parts of Chicory:
Part ------------------------------ Diseases Cured -------------------- Preparation
Chicory Root .................... Ulcers........................ Aqueous Decoction
Chicory Root .................... Fungal Infection .......... Ethyl Acetate Extract
Chicory Root .................... Inhibits Tumor ............. Ethanolic Extract
Chicory Root .................... Wound Healing ........... Methanolic Extract
Chicory Root .................... Protects Liver ............. Alcoholic and Aqueous Extract
Chicory Root .................... Liver Damage ........... Aqueous Extract
Chicory Root .................... Malaria ....................... Aqueous Extract
Chicory Root .................... Diabetes ...................... Natural Chicoric Acid Extract
Chicory Root .................... Inhibits Tumor ............ Magnolialid (from Root)
Chicory Root .................... Boosts Immunity......... Aqueous Alcoholic Extract
Chicory Root .................... Diabetes ...................... Extract (rich in Chicoric Acid)
Chicory Root .................... Parasitic Worms ......... Chicory Root Pulp
Chicory Root .................... Inflammation ............... Extracts rich in Sesquiterpene Lactones
Chicory Root .................... Inflammation ................ Ethanolic and Aqueous Extracts
Chicory Root .................... Neuropathy, Peripheral, Induced by Pyridoxine ...... Hydroalcoholic Extract
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Chicory Leaf .................... Prevents Cell Damage ........................ Ethanolic Extract Fraction
Chicory Leaf .................... Diabetes ............................................Tannins
Chicory Leaf .................... Protects Heart ................................... Aqueous Extract
Chicory Leaf .................... Hepatitis B .........................................Cichoric Acid
Chicory Leaf .................... Inflammation ...................................... Ethanol Extract
Chicory Leaf .................... Bone Protection ................................. Aqueous Extract
Chicory Leaf .................... Prevents or Suppresses Cell Growth .... Aqueous Alcoholic Macerate
Chicory Leaf .................... Protects Liver ..................................... Hydroalcholic Extract
Chicory Leaf .................... Ulcers ............................................... Aqueous and Ethanolic Extract
Chicory Leaf .................... Prevents Cell Damage......................... Crude Hydrophilic Extract
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Chicory Seed .................... Protects Liver ................................. Aqueous Methanolic Extract
Chicory Seed .................... Metabolic Disorders, Diet Induced..... Caffeoylquinic Acid rich Extract
Chicory Seed .................... Kidney Damage ............................. Aqueous Extract
Chicory Seed .................... Liver Damage ................................ Alcoholic Extract
Chicory Seed .................... Prevents Cell Damage .................... Methanolic Extract & Ethyl Acetate Fraction



Antibacterial Activity of Chicory Against Bacteria:
Part ------------------------------------------------------------------ Bacteria
Aerial Part .................... Staphylococcus Aureus, Escherichia Coli, Staphylococcus Epidermidis

Root ............................. Bacillus Subtilis, Escherichia Coli, Erwiniacarotovora, Pseudomonas Fluorescens, Sarcina Lutea, K. Pneumonia. Micrococcus Luteus, Salmonella Typhi, Staphylococcus Aureus, Vibrio Cholera

Seeds............................ Acinetobacter Baumannii, Bacillus Subtilis, Escherichia Coli, Proteus Vulgaris, Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, Staphylococcus Aureus

Leaf............................ Bacillus Subtilis, Escherichia Coli, Helicobacter Pylori, K. Pneumonia, Proteus Vulgaris, Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, Salmonella Typhi, Staphylococcus Aureus

Flower............................ Bacillus Subtilis, Escherichia Coli, K. Pneumonia, Staphylococcus Aureus




Diseases cured by various parts of Chicory:

Disease -------------------------------------------- Part --------------------------------------------- Preparation
Bone Protection................................................... Root ................................. Aqueous Extract
Boosts Immunity ................................................. Root ................................. Aqueous Alcoholic Extract
Diabetes ............................................................. Root ................................. Natural Chicoric Acid Extract
Diabetes ............................................................. Root ................................... Extract (rich in Chicoric Acid)
Diabetes.............................................................. Leaf .................................. Tanins
Fungal Infection ................................................... Root ................................. Ethyl Acetate Extract
Hepatitis B .......................................................... Leaf ................................. Chicoric Acid
Inflammation ........................................................ Root ................................. Extracts rich in Sesquiterpene Lactones
Inflammation ........................................................ Root ................................. Ethanolic and Aqueous Extracts
Inflammation ........................................................ Leaf ................................. Ethanol Extract
Inhibits Tumor ...................................................... Root ................................. Ethanolic Extract
Inhibits Tumor ...................................................... Root ................................. Magnolialid (from Root)
Kidney Damage ................................................... Seed ................................. Aqueous Extract
Liver Damage ....................................................... Seed ................................. Alcoholic Extract
Liver Damage ....................................................... Root .................................. Alcoholic and Aqueous Extract
Malaria ................................................................ Root ................................... Aqueous Extract
Metabolic Disorders, Diet Induced.......................... Seed ................................. Caffeoylquinic Acid rich Extract
Neuropathy, Peripheral, Induced by Pyridoxine........ Root.................................. Hydroalcoholic Extract
Parasitic Worms................................................... Root ............................................. Chicory Root Pulp
Prevents Cell Damage .......................................... Leaf .......................................... Ethanolic Extract Fraction
Prevents Cell Damage .......................................... Leaf .......................................... Crude Hydrophilic Extract
Prevents Cell Damage .......................................... Seed ......................................... Methanolic Extract & Ethyl Acetate Fraction
Prevents or Suppresses Cell Growth ...................... Leaf .................................... Aqueous Alcoholic Macerate
Protects Heart ..................................................... Leaf .............................................. Aqueous Extract
Protects Liver ...................................................... Root ............................................. Alcoholic and Aqueous Extract
Protects Liver ...................................................... Leaf .............................................. Hydroalcholic Extract
Protects Liver ...................................................... Seed ............................................ Aqueous Methanolic Extract
Ulcers ................................................................. Root ............................................... Aqueous Decoction
Ulcers ................................................................ Leaf ................................................. Aqueous and Ethanolic Extract
Wound Healing ................................................... Root ............................................. Methanolic Extract



Antibacterial Activity of Chicory Parts Against different Bacteria:
Bacteria---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Part

Acinetobacter Baumannii ................................................................... Seeds
Bacillus Subtilis ................................................................................ Root
Bacillus Subtilis ................................................................................ Seeds
Bacillus Subtilis ................................................................................ Leaf
Bacillus Subtilis ................................................................................ Flower
Erwiniacarotovora .............................................................................. Root
Escherichia Coli ................................................................................ Aerial Part
Escherichia Coli ................................................................................ Leaf
Escherichia Coli ................................................................................ Root
Escherichia Coli ................................................................................ Flower
Escherichia Coli ................................................................................ Seeds
Helicobacter Pylori ............................................................................ Leaf
K. Pneumonia ................................................................................... Root
K. Pneumonia ................................................................................... Leaf
K. Pneumonia ................................................................................... Flower
Micrococcus Luteus .......................................................................... Root
Proteus Vulgaris ............................................................................... Seeds
Proteus Vulgaris ................................................................................ Leaf
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa .................................................................. Seeds
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa ................................................................... Leaf
Pseudomonas Fluorescens ................................................................. Root
Salmonella Typhi ................................................................................ Root
Salmonella Typhi ................................................................................ Leaf
Sarcina Lutea...................................................................................... Root
Staphylococcus Aureus ...................................................................... Aerial Part
Staphylococcus Aureus ...................................................................... Seeds
Staphylococcus Aureus ...................................................................... Root
Staphylococcus Aureus ...................................................................... Leaf
Staphylococcus Aureus ..................................................................... Flower
Staphylococcus Epidermidis .............................................................. Aerial Part
Vibrio Cholera ................................................................................... Root






Caution: Consult a doctor before consuming it.
Keywords: Intestinal Diseases, Digestive Disorders, Constipation, Atherosclerosis, High Blood Pressure, Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Arthritis, Muscular Pain, Joint Soreness, Obesity, Infections, Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Insomnia