Drink Fennel Seed Tea for Natural Gas Relief

Fennel Seed is Good for DigestionNot only is flatulence and an upset stomach uncomfortable, it is also a way for your body to tell you that the digestive system needs assistance. Drinking fennel seed tea is an ideal way to treat these common problems. Fennel seed improves digestion gently, but efficiently, bringing natural gas relief without any negative side effects. In fact, a cup of fennel tea before a heavy meal is purely beneficial as this herb supports several related organs and is a good source of nutrients.

Fennel Tea Can Relieve Gas

Why is fennel seed good for digestion? These aromatic seeds are rich in volatile oils, including anethole and fenchone, as well as essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. The volatile oils give fennel its distinct, favorable smell but they also act to stimulate the digestive system. This herb is a carminative, meaning it relieves gas, abdominal pain, and stomach acid problems. It is an anti-spasmodic, treating spasms of the gastrointestinal tract. It is also a hepatic, supporting the healthy function of the liver.

A cup of fennel seed tea is not only good for natural gas relief, but it also will improve overall digestion by toning the liver, kidneys, and spleen. It can help to bring about a state of balance, which translates into a relief of symptoms but also a healthier digestive tract. Fennel seeds are also rich in iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, vitamin C, E, and B vitamins.

How to Make Fennel Seed Tea



To make a cup of fennel tea take use two teaspoons of the seeds. Muddle them with a mortar and pestle until they are slightly crushed. You can also use the back of a spoon to soften the seeds. Place the crushed fennel in a mug and add one cup of boiling water. Let the infusion steep for ten minutes. Cover to trap the beneficial volatile oils. Strain out the crushed seeds and drink.

For natural gas relief drink a cup of fennel seed tea about thirty minutes before eating. The long-term benefits of improved digestion are better nutrient absorption, the prevention of more serious problems such as acid reflux and gastrointestinal ulcers, and better function of the liver, kidneys, and spleen.



Fennel tea is safe for general use, although talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or if you are taking prescription medication. In very high doses fennel seed oil can act as a uterine stimulant. For nursing mothers, or new mothers who do not want to nurse, be aware that fennel does increase milk flow.

Enjoy this healing herbal infusion up to three times a day. Fennel has a slightly sweet, aromatic flavor and is one of the more enjoyable herbal teas to drink. You can add honey if desired and blend with other similar herbs that are beneficial for the digestive system such as anise seed and caraway.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be used for diagnosis or to guide treatment without the opinion of a health professional. Any reader who is concerned about his or her health should contact a doctor for advice.

References:

Hoffmann, David. The Complete Illustrated Holistic Herbal: A Safe and Practical Guide to Making and Using Herbal Remedies. Element Books, 1996.

Page, Linda. Healthy Healing: A Guide to Self-Healing for Everyone, Eleventh Edition. Traditional Wisdom, 2003.

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