The seeds contain an important essential oil (anethol). It is a gentle warming agent for delicate stomachs, diuretic (soothing), carminative, aromatic, antispasmodic (children), digestive, galactagogue, anti-microbial.
Uses
For Fluid Balance, Sweeten a Sour Stomach, Soothe an Irritable Bowel.
Food Source
Fennel
Found In
WATERgo
The data found on these information pages is independent and has been kindly supplied by courtesy of Mr. Thomas Bartram, Fellow, The National Institute of Medical Herbalists. Quotes from ‘Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine’. See the Ingredients Index page for further information or click here for Book details.
