Fennel tea is one of the herbal tea remedies that have been used
by women for centuries. This beautiful plant produces fennel seeds that
brew up a tasty licorice herbal tea. Drinking this tea is an experience
for the senses.
First, fennel as a plant is very pleasing to the
eye. It has a bright green color and the consistency of celery. As the
hot boiling water covers the seeds of this plant for a cup of tea, your
senses are filled with the pleasant scent for licorice. The taste buds
are also treated to the light and pleasant taste.
Fennel seed tea
is rich in antioxidants, nutrients and contains phytoestrogens. These
compounds belong to a large group known as flavanoids. Known as "dietary
estrogens", these components in fennel come from a diverse group of
naturally occurring non steroidal plant compounds. These compounds have
structural similarity to estradiol. Estrogen is the hormone necessary
for ovulation and is important to bone and heart health in women.
Researchers
are exploring the nutritional role of these substances in the
regulation of cholesterol and the maintenance of proper bone density
post-menopause. Evidence is accruing that phytoestrogens may have
protective action against diverse health disorders such as breast
cancer, bowel cancer, and menopausal symptoms and osteoporosis.
The
International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics published research
studies that have shown that drinking fennel tea may provide moderate
relief of symptoms associated with painful menstrual periods.
The
tea has been shown to be an effective natural alternative in treating
premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Drinking fennel tea has been proven to
effectively relax the smooth muscles in the uterus, thus relieving
menstrual cramps.
More on fennel tea and herbal tea remedies
The
phytoestrogens in fennel are thought to have the same impact as
estrogen on the body. Woman for centuries, in many cultures have
consumed fennel tea to stimulate milk production (lactation). This is a
practice and one the old herbal tea remedies that has been passed down
since the times of Hippocrates. Of course, you should check with your
health care professional make sure it is okay to drink fennel tea while
you are breast feeding.
If you have a colicky baby, you know the
helpless feelings you experience when the baby will not stop crying.
Fennel tea may be the solution. It is considered to be gentle enough to
be used to treat infants with colic.
The oil in fennel seeds has
been shown to decrease intestinal cramping and increase the speed at
which the small intestine moves food through the body. It also decreases
gas and bloating and helps an upset stomach. Room temperature fennel
tea, with a little sweetener, if you choose, can be fed to the colicky
baby with a bottle.
Fennel has been used for centuries by women in
treating premenstrual and menopausal systems. Some have found it
effective in helping a decreased libido.
Drink fennel tea to
promote weight loss. Fennel has properties that are similar to
amphetamines. These properties are known to stimulate to the human
nervous system. The Puritans in colonial times were known to drink
fennel tea during times of religious fasting because it was found to
suppress their appetite. It was also used to help keep them awake and
alert. So the next time you need an energy boost, you may consider
drinking a cup of this herbal tea.
If you are a woman that
experiences puffy eyes, fennel tea, in a tea bag, can assist you in
decreasing the inflammation. Take time to find a few quiet moments and
use a soft wash cloth. Soak it in cooled fennel tea. Place it over you
eyes for about 15 to 20 minutes.
Fennel tea is one of the herbal
tea remedies woman have found beneficial to them for centuries. Take
time to discover those health benefits today.
Connie Bednar has been a tea enthusiast all her life. She enjoys
sharing information about loose leaf and herbal teas and so her web site
http://www.your-cup-of-tea.com was born. Learn more about herbal teas here on her web site.
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