Anti‑inflammatory activity of roots of C. intybus

What is it about?

Cichorium intybus L. commonly known as chicory is one of the important medicinal plants commonly used in Ayurvedic system of medicine. It is commonly used for the treatment of diseases involving a khapa and pitta doshas. Traditionally, C. intybus is used for the treatment of inflammatory conditions, but there are only few in vitro studies reporting the anti‑inflammatory activity of roots of chicory. In our study we have tried to explore its effect on inflammation and tried to coorelate the

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Why is it important?

The findings of our study confirms the traditional claims and is a step forward to authenticate our cultural heritage