Question 1

are fiber one protein bars acceptable in pregnancy? i read that chicory root extract which is contains, is dangerous. is that true?

Accepted Answer

Would avoid : In large doses, chicory root extract is not safe in pregnancy, increasing the  risk of bleeding or miscarriage. Since a azimuth safe dose is not known, you should avoid it.

Question 2

my tea has listed chicory root as one of the ingredients.   is this safe when i'm breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Chicory root: Chicory root is not recommended during breast feeding because of its many side effects.

Question 3

are there any interactions between chicory root and prozac (fluoxetine). i heard that chicory is a good coffee alternative and i would like to try it.
thanks?

Accepted Answer

Coffee substitute: Chicory root appears to have no known adverse interactions with any drugs. It may cause skin, respiratory, or intestinal allergies and it may induce uterine contractions...therefore it is not recommended in pregnancy. So if you are not pregnant or allergic to it, taking it with Prozac (fluoxetine) may be OK.

Question 4

just realized that the probiotics i've been taking since i was 17 weeks pregnant (28 weeks now) are made with inulin from chicory root. worried!?

Accepted Answer

No reason to worry: Inulin is a naturally occurring carbohydrate from root vegetables that is not absorbed & used as a food source for probiotics & intestinal flora. It is fairly benign & there is no evidence that it is hazardous to take during pregnancy. However, it may feed unfriendly flora as well as friendly flora so may not be good for everyone. See http://www.Naturalnews.Com/022356_inulin_food_ingredients.Html.

Question 5

are foods with flaxseed (kashi cereal) or chicory root fiber (fiber1 bars/kashi cereal) safe for pregnancy? 1st trimester? heard they can cause miscarriage and/or uterine contractions?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy: I'm not a fan of taking anything like those during pregnancy. I feel a good prenatal multivitamin and nutritious diet suffice. I also feel all medications and supplements should be ok'd by your obstetrician. He/she and your pharmacist can advise you further and answer your question.

Question 6

is chicory as a coffee substitute good for you?

Accepted Answer

Good for most but:: Chicory has nutrients like B6, Manganese and Vit c as well as inulin, a prebiotic that can improve GI health. It may lower blood sugar and reduce inflammation. However, it's not for everyone: some are allergic and get swelling and tingling of the mouth Those symptoms are obvious; if you try it and don't react then it's good for you.
See https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/chicory-coffee#section7

Question 7

i have been super queezy and found a lemon ginger tea, but it contains roasted chicory.  should i avoid it.  it's by celestial seasoning.

Accepted Answer

Chicory is fine: ginger can help with nausea, as can lemon balm (Melissa), lemon verbena and lemon grass.  Not sure which of these is in your tea, but chicory shouldn't pose a problem.

Question 8

i am on a capa diet, i found an alternat to coffee. it is made with chicory, barley, malt barley, and rye. is this drink ok on this diet?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, it should be okay because those ingredients do not contain caffeine. Good luck.

Question 9

what side effects does having ur appendix removed?

Accepted Answer

: The appendix is a vestigial organ.  Once removed there will be no adverse side effects.

Question 10

what are the most dangerous side effects of having the gallbladder removed?

Accepted Answer

Gallbladder: Cholecystectomy is typically very well tolerated without complications. Rare complications can include bile duct injury or liver injury. May have some diarrhea after the procedure.

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A member asked:

Are fiber one protein bars acceptable in pregnancy? i read that chicory root extract which is contains, is dangerous. is that true?

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My tea has listed chicory root as one of the ingredients. is this safe when i'm breastfeeding?

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Are there any interactions between chicory root and prozac (fluoxetine). i heard that chicory is a good coffee alternative and i would like to try it. thanks?

A member asked:

Just realized that the probiotics i've been taking since i was 17 weeks pregnant (28 weeks now) are made with inulin from chicory root. worried!?

A member asked:

Are foods with flaxseed (kashi cereal) or chicory root fiber (fiber1 bars/kashi cereal) safe for pregnancy? 1st trimester? heard they can cause miscarriage and/or uterine contractions?

A member asked:

Is chicory as a coffee substitute good for you?

A member asked:

I have been super queezy and found a lemon ginger tea, but it contains roasted chicory. should i avoid it. it's by celestial seasoning.

A member asked:

I am on a capa diet, i found an alternat to coffee. it is made with chicory, barley, malt barley, and rye. is this drink ok on this diet?

A member asked:

What side effects does having ur appendix removed?

A member asked:

What are the most dangerous side effects of having the gallbladder removed?

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