Fennel Seeds

Botanical Name: Foeniculum vulgare

Taste: Acrid, Sweet

Energetics: Warming, Drying, Relaxant

Benefits: Fennel is well-regarded for its soothing effects on digestion and respiratory support. It helps relieve bloating, gas, and indigestion and can also ease mild respiratory discomfort. Known as a galactagogue, fennel may support lactation and is valued for its calming properties.

Supports:

• Digestive Health: Relieves bloating, gas, and digestive discomfort; aids in calming digestive spasms.
• Respiratory System: Helps clear congestion and supports the respiratory system.
• Urinary System: Supports urinary health with gentle diuretic properties.
• Reproductive Health: May support lactation in nursing mothers and ease menstrual discomfort.

Usage: Fennel can be prepared as a tea infusion, tincture, or used as a culinary spice. It is often enjoyed as a soothing, aromatic beverage after meals to support digestion.

Important Notes:
Fennel is generally considered safe but is not recommended for internal use during pregnancy due to its emmenagogue effect, which may stimulate menstruation.

Herb-Drug Interactions: None known.