Fennel Seed • Foeniculum vulgare

Digestive System
Written By KindFolk

Parts Used: seeds — leaves and bulbs consumed for culinary purposes

Affinity: mammary glands, stomach

Herbal Action: antibacterial, antispasmodic, carminative, galactagogue, harmonizer, stomachic

Indications:

  • Reduces discomfort from gas, cramping and bloating, properties which pass through breastmilk to comfort colicky babies

  • Eases nausea associated with gut infections, food poisoning and hangovers

Preferred Preparations: food as medicine, glycerite, infusion, syrup

Taste: sweet + slightly bitter

Contraindications: generally regarded as safe

Origin Story: the powdered seed is said to ward off fleas

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