The root of the chicory plant has long been used as a substitute for coffee. It looks, and to some degree tastes, like coffee, but it is naturally caffeine-free.
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The root of the chicory plant has long been used as a substitute for coffee. It looks, and to some degree tastes, like coffee, but it is naturally caffeine-free.
Chicory root, aside from providing flavour, is an incredible source of dietary fibre. In fact, nearly 65% of raw chicory root by weight is fibre.
Chicory root is extremely high in inulin, an important prebiotic that is also found in bananas. This makes it an wonderful source of fuel for healthy gut bacteria. Chicory is often used as an ingredient in common food products to add inulin and fibre.
Actions: laxative, sedative, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antibacterial.
| Botanical Name | Chicorium intybus |
| Organic Status | Certified Organic |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Plant Part | Root |
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In StockUsed for over 2000 years in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Astragalus is a super-hero in the world of herbal medicine
Read more >| Botanical Name | Astragalus membranaceous |
| Organic Status | Certified Organic |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Plant Part | Root |
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In StockCommonly used for insomnia, anxiety and paralysis caused by stroke.
Read more >| Botanical Name | Scutellaria baicalensis |
| Organic Status | Conventional |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Plant Part | Root |
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In StockBladderwrack is a species of seaweed used to increase metabolism via the thyroid, as it is an excellent source of iodine.
Read more >| Botanical Name | Fucus vesiculosus |
| Organic Status | Certified Organic |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Plant Part | Fronds |
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In StockThe root of the chicory plant has long been used as a substitute for coffee.
Read more >| Botanical Name | Chicorium intybus |
| Organic Status | Certified Organic |
| Country of Origin | India/ France |
| Plant Part | Root |
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Sold OutGymnema is a slow-growing perennial, a woody climber found in central and southern India and tropical Africa.
Read more >| Botanical Name | Gymnema sylvestris |
| Organic Status | Certified Organic |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Plant Part | Leaves |
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Read more >| Botanical Name | Foeniculum vulgare |
| Organic Status | Certified Organic |
| Country of Origin | Egypt |
| Plant Part | Seed |
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| Botanical Name | Solidago virgaurea |
| Organic Status | Certified Organic |
| Country of Origin | Croatia/Poland |
| Plant Part | Aerials |
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In StockHawthorn leaf and flower, as well as the berries, are quite edible and are found in many different cuisines throughout the world.
Read more >| Botanical Name | Crataegus monogyna |
| Organic Status | Certified Organic |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Plant Part | Leaf & Flower Powder |
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