What is it called in different languages?
English: chicory leaves
Hindi: kasni/ hinduba
Marathi: kanchani
Malayalam: chikkari
Telugu: kasini
Kannada: chikory
Tamil: kasini keerai
About Kasini keerai: The common name of kasini keerai is chicory leaves. It is a woody, perennial herbaceous plant. Kasini keerai belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is generally used as a coffee substitute and food additive. An extract of kasini keerai root has its use in food industries as a sweetener. Kasini keerai is a rich source of beta carotene, vitamin A and K and other essential minerals. There are several varieties of kasini keerai.
Benefits:
– Regulates blood glucose levels
– Reduces cholesterol in the body
– Good for eye health
– Limits neuronal damage in the brain
– Develops body resistance
– Improves metabolism
– Prevents the risk of cancer
– Reduces liver and gall bladder disorders
– Cures skin related diseases
Uses:
– You can make juice –https://youtu.be/4ogVStnlcz8
– Can make salads –https://youtu.be/VHa4EHiFYi0
– Kasini keerai is used in making coffee powder
– Root extracts of chicory have its use in food industries
– Kasini keerai has many medicinal uses
– People also use it as a spice item