Exploring chicory coffee: A caffeine-free alternative with benefits

Coffee has many benefits, but like any food product, it's not suitable for everyone. It is especially not recommended for those with high blood pressure. Do you then have to give up this drink? Not necessarily. You can choose another version of it. It will also be beneficial during weight loss.

If you like the taste and aroma of coffee but caffeine doesn’t suit you, chicory coffee might be a good solution. What should you know about it?

Chicory coffee? Some people object to this name because, according to them, the only coffee is the beverage made from coffee beans. However, the taste of chicory coffee is remarkably similar. How is this drink made? Through the processing of the chicory root. It is dried, ground, and roasted, which gives it its aroma. This type of coffee is available in an instant form. Therefore, its preparation is extremely easy. Its taste is somewhat nutty with a characteristic bitterness. This is why some people mix it with spices, honey, milk or plant-based drinks.

Coffee is one of the healthiest drinks we often write about. Various studies support this. It is the same with chicory coffee. Primarily, it doesn’t contain caffeine, which, in many ailments, you need to limit or even eliminate. It is not recommended for those with sleep problems, digestive issues, or high blood pressure.

Research shows that chicory coffee stimulates digestive processes, speeds up metabolism, and aids in fat burning. This is possible because it stimulates the secretion of gastric juices. It contains fibre and inulin, a polysaccharide that promotes the proper development of intestinal microflora. As we know, it protects the body from the invasion of pathogenic microorganisms. This is why chicory coffee is considered one of the best prebiotic products.

This drink, in small doses, can also have an antidepressant effect thanks to its beta-carboline content. Chicory coffee is also rich in antioxidants, which remove harmful free radicals from the body. This reduces the risk of developing many diseases, including atherosclerosis, diabetes, high blood pressure, psoriasis, and even cancer.