Where Does Chicory Come from?

Chicory, (Cichorium intybus), blue-flowered perennial plant of the family Asteraceae. Native to Europe and introduced into the United States late in the 19th century, chicory is cultivated extensively in the Netherlands, Belgium, France, and Germany and to some extent in North America.

Why did they put chicory in coffee?

The taste for coffee and chicory was developed by the French during their civil war. Coffee was scarce during those times, and they found that chicory added body and flavor to the brew. ... It is added to the coffee to soften the bitter edge of the dark roasted coffee.

Why is chicory bad for you?

Chicory may trigger an allergic reaction in some people, causing symptoms like pain, swelling and tingling of the mouth ( 18 ). Also, people with an allergy to ragweed or birch pollen should avoid chicory to limit negative side effects ( 19 ).

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