ACTIONS:

• Carminative- Substance that relieves flatulence and soothes intestinal spasms or pain the affects usually works by relaxing intestinal muscles and sphincters .
• Appetite stimulate- Stimulates appetite
• Spasmolytic- Reduces or relives smooth muscle spasm (involuntary contractions).
• Galactagogue-Increase breast milk production.
• antimicrobial- An antimicrobial is an agent that kills microorganisms or stop their growth. Antimicrobial medicines can be grouped according to the microorganisms they act primarily against.
• expectorant – Improves the clearing of  excess mucus from the lungs either by allowing the altering the expression  internal friction of mucus or improving the cough reflex .

Rich in phytoestrogens, Fennel is often used for colic, wind, irritable bowel, kidneys, spleen, liver, lungs, suppressing appetite, breast enlargement, promoting menstruation, improving digestive system, milk flow and increasing urine flow. Fennel is also commonly used to treat amenhorrea, angina, asthma, anxiety, depression, heartburn, water retention, lower blood pressure, boost libido, respiratory congestion, coughs and has been indicated for high blood pressure and to boost sexual desire.

Bone health

The iron, phosphorous, calcium  magnesium , manganese, zinc, and vitamin K content present in fennel all contribute to building and maintaining bone structure and strength.

 

• Phosphate and calcium are both important in bone structure
• Iron and zinc are crucial for the production and maturation of collagen
• Bone matrix formation requires the mineral manganese
• Low intakes of vitamin K have been associated with a higher risk for bone fractures.

 

Vitamin K is important for health, as it modifies of bone matrix proteins, improves calcium absorption, and may reduce  the excretion of calcium in urine.

Metabolism

Fennel is a source of vitamin B-6, which plays a vital role in energy metabolism by breaking down carbohydrates and proteins into glucose and amino acids. These smaller compounds are more easily utilized for energy within the body.

Improves Digestive Health

Fennel is often touted as an antispasmodic, so it can help relax the digestive tract and ease cramps and gas and to treat irritable bowel syndrome. The essential oil of fennel contains estrogen, which inhibits muscles spasms, allowing you to digest more easily. It even relieves hiccups. Its aromatic and carminative properties are an excellent ally to treat flatulence, diarrhea, bloating or stomach cramps, which are also symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.

Aids Colic

Fennel herbal tea is good and safe for children, as it relaxes the intestinal tract which may help when your baby is suffering from colic.

Cleanses Blood

Fennel herbal  increases healthy urine flow and protects your liver from alcohol damage and treats diseases such as jaundice. This blood cleanser may also improve kidney function and prevent kidney stones.

Immune System Boost

To feel healthy you need a strong immune system to help you fight bacteria and viruses. A fennel infusion helps to prevent the onset of cold symptoms. This wonderful tea helps to reduce fevers, relieve sore throats and treat most upper respiratory tract illnesses, namely asthma, bronchitis, cough and it clears up congestion and excess phlegm.

Hormonal Balance

A healthy liver leads to proper hormonal balance which in turn is the key to relieve a number of symptoms that affect you on a daily basis.

Respiratory Problems

Fennel  is often recommended to treat respiratory issues from simple colds to asthma. It can also help with upper respiratory tract infections because of its antimicrobial properties. Fennel can also be used to treat problems such as angina and high blood pressure.

Equine Use :

Fennel nutirtional value : Amino acids, Calcium, Choline, colbalt , essential fatty acids, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorous, potassium, Selenium Vitamins B1, B2, B3, C and E

Fennel Seeds are safe to feed to lactating mares and mares in late pregnancy.They can also help to maintain a healthy appetite and milk production, especially in the first days following foaling.

Fresh or powdered form can also be used to draw toxins from wounds along with slippery elm to make a poultice , bits and allergic skin reactions.  As a powder Fennel can also be used as a Flea Repellent.

For fussy eaters or those prone to gas digestive upsets  and wind suckers

Fennel seeds  /powder can have a relaxing effect if stomach and digestion is gassy.

Wind suckers have the problem it makes  them bloated fennel helps relive excessive gas.

Rosemarie