Chicory Healthy drink for digestion and tone Paste 200 g

Natural chicory root paste with a mild taste and aroma - an ideal substitute for coffee, does not contain caffeine. Supports digestion and tones without burdening the body. Suitable for hot and cold drinks

Chicory Šķīstošie cigoriņi

Chicory paste, 200 g

Chicory paste is a concentrated extract from the root of the plant, intended for making a healthy alternative to coffee, as well as for adding flavor, color, and density to meat and dairy products, sauces, and desserts.

Main benefits:

• Chicory contains a large amount of soluble fiber – mainly inulin, which is known for its prebiotic action and potential effect on blood sugar control;
• Helps regulate triglyceride and cholesterol levels in the blood, reduces the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases;
• Promotes better absorption of calcium and magnesium, which increases bone strength and density;
• Increases the production of enzymes responsible for breaking down fats;
• With the presence of a large number of vitamins (A, B, C, E, etc.) and minerals (potassium, calcium, selenium, etc.), chicory has a beneficial effect on various processes in the body;
• It gives a feeling of satiety and suppresses the feeling of hunger.

The beneficial properties of chicory have long been known. In ancient Egypt and Rome, it was used as a medicine, and later to improve the taste of various dishes. A little later, Catholic monks in Europe developed a tonic drink prepared by roasting and grinding chicory roots grown in monastery courtyards, then soaking the mixture in hot water. According to one version, chicory began to be used as a coffee substitute in the early 19th century, during a sharp rise in raw material prices in Europe. According to another theory, the use of chicory instead of coffee coincided with the great migration of Europeans to America.

The beneficial properties of this plant are due to its composition, primarily inulin - a polysaccharide that gives chicory its sweet taste.

Inulin maintains normal blood sugar levels and can serve as a harmless sweetener when carbohydrate intake needs to be limited. It is necessary to maintain a constant composition of the intestinal microflora. Inulin activates the proliferation of beneficial bacteria, protects the body from harmful microorganisms, which improves digestion, strengthens the immune system, etc.

The production of chicory paste goes through several production steps that preserve its beneficial composition. Chicory roots are roasted and then soaked in hot water to extract their soluble components. The liquid extract is filtered and all insoluble solids are removed from it. The resulting filtered liquid is processed in an evaporator, which removes the water and concentrates the remaining substances into a thick paste.

Recommended use: Dissolve ½ to 1 teaspoon of product in 200 ml of hot or cold water. Sugar, milk or cream can be added to taste.

Storage: At room temperature, out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight. Expiration and batch: Marked on the packaging.

Manufacturer: Maadlex OÜ, Jihvi, Estonia.