Why doctors advise coffee lovers to drink chicory

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In some cases, you need to “take a break” from coffee, and chicory, which has a similar taste and is also able to strengthen immunity, will help to cope with the craving for this drink.

The gastroenterologist-hepatologist shared in an interview the advice addressed to coffee lovers. Medic said that fans of this drink should pay attention to chicory and occasionally drink it instead of coffee.

It is well known that coffee has many health benefits, but it can also be addictive. When the body stops responding to the invigorating effect of caffeine, people often unknowingly start drinking more coffee, which can have negative consequences. An overdose of caffeine can have a negative effect on the heart, cause its strain, contribute to jumps in blood pressure and unpleasant conditions associated with overexcitation of the nervous system, in addition to provoking insomnia.

People who actively and regularly drink coffee, doctors advise taking breaks from time to time, giving up caffeine – this protects against tolerance to it.

In such moments, chicory can help. It not only helps to tolerate moderation from coffee more easily, but also brings many benefits.

“Chicory contains the natural prebiotic inulin and helps to restore intestinal microflora. The drink also contains vitamins C, E, A, B1, B2, B5 and B6, which increase immunity,” the doctor said.

Also, the doctor added, chicory contains riboflavin and thiamine – these substances have a positive effect on the state of kidneys, liver.