Historical Highlights
- Native to Mediterranean region
- Used by ancient Egyptians and
Key Health Benefits
- Relieves gas and bloating
- Helps with irritable bowel syndrome
- Reduces intestinal spasms
- Natural remedy for colic in infants
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT and Metabolism
- Suppresses appetite
- Helps minimize fat deposits
- Traditionally used during fasting periods
Additional Health Properties
- High in antioxidants
- Antimicrobial characteristics
- Potential wound healing properties
- Supports overall digestive health
Practical Uses
- Add to teas
- Use in cooking
- Incorporate in essential oil form
- Consume as seeds or extract
Here’s what you can do if you face health challenges:
- Rub fennel essential oil on your stomach or the bottom of your feet to for digestive relief. Use a carrier oil to dilute it and prevent it from evaporating too fast.
- You can fight a sweet tooth for example by placing one drop of fennel essential oil on your toothbrush when brushing and while you also provide antimicrobial benefits for the gums.
- For an upset stomach add one to two drops in a glass of warm water or chamomile tea.
- If you are looking for relaxation, combine one drop of fennel essential oil with one to two drops of lavender essential oil and a carrier oil, and rub on your neck, chest and cup your hands over your mouth while taking slow, deep breaths.
Be well and see you soon!