CHICORY ROOT Roasted Granules 1 LB – NATURAL Coffee and Tea Substitute – Features 100% NATURAL – No Additives, No Artificial Flavors, Caffeine-free. No known pesticides were used to grow this product. This product is free of any additives or preservatives. No solvents were used to produce this product, nor excipients – CERTIFIED Kosher by Earth Kosher. COMMON USES: CAFFEINE FREE – The roasted root granules are used as an alternative to coffee – Add to tea blends or brew grounds as a coffee substitute. The roasted root is also used as an additive in stout beers and various specialty coffees in India, Africa and Asia. COSMETIC – A strong brew can be used to “tea stain” fabrics or to help mask gray in dark shades of hair. TEXTURE & ACTIVE COMPOUNDS: Dark brown color with an earthy, robust aroma. ACTIVE COMPOUNDS: Sugar, 58% inulin and an unnamed bitter element, vitamins, minerals. PLANT PART USED rhizome – rootstock and flowering herb. ORIGIN: India. Approximate 3-3.5 cups per pound. Description Chicory root contains oligofructose and inulin, two forms of soluble fiber that serve as a prebiotics to encourage the colonization of “friendly” bacteria in the gut. Chicory contains a high concentration of inulin. The herb is also a source of vitamin C. Chicory, also known as ragged sailors, blue dandelion and horseweed is a wayside herb and forage crop with vibrant blue flowers. A hardy perennial best known for its association with coffee, Chicory produces a more ‘roasted’ flavor, with no caffeine. Interesting note: Some coffees offer blends with up to 30% chicory, which cuts down on the caffeine content! About Us We are uniquely positioned to offer the best prices on thousands of America’s most popular items. No matter where your shopping journey takes you, our mission is to bring product expertise and quality items at prices you can’t find anywhere else. Shipping Standard Delivery Standard orders are processed once payment method authorization and verification have been obtained. Orders shipped via standard delivery will typically ship within 1-2 business after receiving payment method authorization. Returns 30-Day Free Returns and Money Back Guarantee Return Policy If you are not satisfied with your purchase for any reason, please return your item in its original, unused condition (including all original packaging and tags) within 30 days for a full refund. We offer free returns for all items within 30 days of your purchase. To make a return, you must obtain a return authorization number (RA#) by contacting us at via eBay Messages. You will be notified by email to your registered email address on eBay and to eBay Messages within 48 hours with your RA#. You should expect to receive your refund within 6 Business Days upon verified and tracked receipt of your return package; however, in most cases you will receive a refund more quickly. Contact Us We are committed to providing our customers with the best possible online shopping experience. If we’ve fallen short in any way, or if there’s anything we can do to assist or improve your shopping experience with us, we want to know! Please reach out to us by messaging us through the eBay messaging portal. We’d love to hear from you! Payment Immediate payment is required upon selecting “Buy It Now” or upon checking out through the cart. We accept payment via PayPal, credit card, or PayPal Credit.