Medicinal Herbs

Fennel Seed

Fennel is used for various digestive problems including heartburn, intestinal gas, bloating, loss of appetite, and colic in infants. 

It is also used for upper respiratory tract infections, coughs, bronchitis, cholera, backache, bedwetting, and visual problems.

Both Anise and fennel's flavor have a mild licorice taste.

Fennel is a flowering plant species in the carrot family. It is a hardy, perennial herb with yellow flowers and feathery leaves.

Best way to take Fennel herb:  

TEA:  1-1/2 cups of boiled water, move off the burner, add 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds.  Steep for 15 minutes, add honey if desired.  Drink 1 to 2 cups daily.

TINCTURE - 5 to 20 drops of tincture twice daily.

Fennel  Seed (Foeniculum vulgare)