Health Benefits of Fennel Seeds
Fennel seed tea after a meal can treat digestive issues like heartburn, flatulence, bloating, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. As fennel has estrogen-like chemicals, the tea can reduce menstrual cramps and symptoms of menopause and may increase milk flow in lactating moms. Health benefits include;
- Aids in weight loss, also suppresses appetite and helps get rid of excess fluids and waste from the body
- Helps treat respiratory ailments
- Prevents cancer
- Promotes heart health, also an excellent source of fiber
- Boosts the immune system, stimulates the production of T-cells
- Promotes eye health, extracts of fennel seed have been found to be potentially useful in treating glaucoma
- Improves hormone balance
- Helps relieve arthritis
- Helps kill internal parasites, fennel seed is considered a botanical dewormer
- Helps cope with menstrual problems
- Treats diabetes, due to high levels of Vitamin C
- Boosts libido
- Found to be extremely effective in combating nausea and morning sickness, and are also known to help you develop an appetite if you are not feeling hungry
Nutritional Benefits
- Rich in nutrients and amino acid
- Rich in vitamins A, B-complex, C, and D
- Various antioxidant compounds
How to Use
- Use in tea and tincture combinations
Cautions and Side Effects
- Safe during pregnancy
