{"product_id":"ancient-roots-chicory-drink-caffeine-free-coffee-alternative-150g","title":"ANCIENT ROOTS - Chicory Drink Caffeine-Free Coffee Alternative - 150g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour hearty, anytime, caffeine-free coffee alternative\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes 50+ Cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTastes like coffee, zero caffeine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhances sleep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant! Just add hot water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports gut health \u0026amp; digestion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% Roasted Chicory · Single Origin · Vegan\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eChicory Root: An Underrated Functional Food\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe root of the blue-flowered chicory plant is beloved in French artisanal coffee culture, where it has been blended with coffee since the trade blockades of the Napoleonic Wars. It was through this influence that it became a staple ingredient in instant coffee preparations like SA's own Ricoffy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDespite its ubiquity, few people are aware of how delicious chicory can be as a beverage on its own, and fewer still know of the abundant research on chicory's broad health benefits. In the scientific community, chicory is best known as the original prebiotic, and these impacts on gut health have been shown to survive the roasting process. More recent studies indicate that it can enhance sleep and reduce the impact of chronic sleep deprivation. Compounds in chicory root also cause the bacteria in your gut to produce more short-chain fatty acids, which in turn modulate gene expression in the brain, bringing about beneficial effects on cognition and motivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConsumed on its own, roasted chicory makes for a delicious caffeine-free stand-in for coffee. Its pleasantly bitter, slightly nutty flavour, while unique to the discerning palette, is similar enough to coffee that many can't tell the difference, so you can enjoy the ritual of coffee by day or night without worrying about the impact on your nervous system or your sleep cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe famed Café du Monde in New Orleans, where chicory-blended coffee has been served since 1862\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDID YOU KNOW?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStudies have found that the compounds in chicory can improve gut flora composition, decrease intestinal permeability (make your gut less leaky), reduce GI symptoms, and even reduce rashes and respiratory infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW IT FITS INTO YOUR DAY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a Drink that Doesn't Add to the Afternoon Jitters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a Calming Sip before Bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor Natural Gut Support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a Supportive Ritual, Not a High before a Crash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE TEST OF TIME\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChicory root was used to treat digestive disorders in many systems of ancient medicine. It had a whole page dedicated to its uses in De Materia Medica, a 1st-Century Greek text that was the preeminent herbal encyclopaedia in Europe for over a thousand years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldest surviving copy of De Materia Medica was made in the year 512 for Juliana Anicia, daughter of Roman Emperor Olybrius.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE O.G. DIGESTIVE SUPPLEMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe inulin (not to be confused with insulin) in chicory was the first substance to be classified as a prebiotic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn your hands is the key to enjoying the cosy ritual of coffee at any time of day, without the remnants of caffeine even decaf coffee often contains. The root of the blue-flowered chicory plant has been used as a coffee alternative since the trade blockades of the Napoleonic Wars, and chicory-coffee blends are integral to the artisinal coffee cultures of France and New Orleans. Similar enough to coffee to fool a seasoned caffeinator, our chicory's full-bodied flavour and aroma are nevertheless uniquely and deliciously its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTastes like coffee! · ANCIENT ROOTS · Chicory Drink · A Caffeine-Free Coffee Alternative · NATURAL · VEGAN · NON-STIMULATING · 150g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart your day with a great, all-natural coffee alternative with Ancient Roots Chicory Drink. This anxiety-free coffee alternative is a natural and rich source of calcium and prebiotic fibre that supports digestive health and may help to improve blood sugar levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted \u0026amp; ground chicory root\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnxiety-free coffee alternative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich, natural source of prebiotic fibre inulin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports digestive health \u0026amp; aids bowel movements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay help to improve blood sugar control for people with diabetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan aid weight loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich in calcium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally gluten-free, GMOs \u0026amp; dairy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocally sourced \u0026amp; made\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegans \u0026amp; strict vegetarians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to take\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Make a Perfect Cup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncient Roots Chicory Drink can be used to emulate any espresso-based drink. Add one teaspoon per cup, pour in freshly boiled water, and serve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it hot or iced, black or blended with any kind of milk or sweetener. Can also be prepared in a french press, moka pot, or espresso machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTO MAKE A SATISFYING CUP OF ANCIENT ROOTS CHICORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTransfer 1 teaspoon to your most sacred coffee mug.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePour in freshly boiled water and stir while contemplating the transient nature of existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy as is, or with any kind of milk or sweetener.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCan also be brewed using a plunger or an espresso machine.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINGREDIENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100% Roasted chicory root\u003cbr\u003eAllergens none\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTYPICAL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e – Per 100 g \/ Per Single Serving (3 g):\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnergy (kJ) 1199 \/ 36\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtien (g) 5.1 \/ 0.1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlycaemic Carbohydrate(g) 68.5 \/ 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOf which total sugar (g) 11.2 \/ 0.3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal fat (g) 0.4 \/ 0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOf which saturated fat (g) \u0026lt; 0.1 \/ 0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDietary Fibre (g) 18.3 g \/ 0.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal sodium (g) 242mg \/ 7.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInformation Refers To Product As Packed\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDistributed by Ancient Roots, Tramway House, 5 Armadale Street, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7925\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSTORE SEALED PACKAGE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBefore you use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead the label on the pack for directions, ingredients and warnings, and follow them. 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