9. Side Effects Of Eating Chicory During Pregnancy
Even though there are several health benefits of consumption of chicory during pregnancy, its excess consumption can have certain side-effects, which may lead to pregnancy complications.
Some of these common side effects include:
Sudden uterine contractions during pregnancy
Menstruation during pregnancy
Abortion or miscarriage
Skin inflammation
Itching
Appetite suppression
Substantial weight loss
Difficulty in breathing
Wheezing
Fatigue
Bloating and gas
Abdominal pain
Drowsiness
10. Who should not consume chicory?
It’s not exactly clear as to what might trigger an adverse reaction. However, research suggests that people who are allergic to birch pollen, lettuce, or susceptible to skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis could be more likely to have an allergic reaction when exposed to large amounts of chicory.