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Prebiotic Blend

Caffeine-free blend of chicory root, dandelion root, burdock root, ginger root, and fennel seed. Earthy, mildly bitter, sweet, and warming. Chicory and dandelion provide inulin-type prebiotic fibers, although extraction into tea is limited.

Traditionally used for

Bloating, Indigestion

Potential benefits

Supports digestive comfort and provides prebiotic compounds, particularly when some of the root material is consumed rather than only strained.

Ingredients

Chicory root, Dandelion root, Burdock root, Ginger root, Fennel seed

Origin

Mediterranean

How it is traditionally prepared

1–2 tsp per 8–12 oz water; simmer 10–15 minutes, up to 1–2 times daily after meals or mid-morning.

Cautions and who should avoid it

Inulin-rich roots may increase gas or bloating in people sensitive to FODMAPs. Avoid or seek guidance with bile-duct obstruction or certain gallbladder conditions.

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