we are talking about the fennel tinctures? Have you ever heard of this natural remedy? What plant are we talking about? Fennel (Pimpinella) anise ) or fennel? Both!
fennel ( foeniculum vulgare ), which is a species of wild fennel, is also a perennial herb belonging to the same family as fennel, parsley, coriander and other well-known herbs (family Apiaceae, Ombrellifere).
Both plants are medicinal, whose seeds They have incredibly beneficial health properties. They are widely used to treat gastritis, abdominal swelling, indigestion, the gases it’s him pain head due to its properties:
- analgesics;
- anti-inflammatory;
- and antidyspeptic.
What is fennel tincture?
Tinctures are a way of extracting active ingredients from medicinal plants using purified alcohol as an extraction vehicle.
The tincture can be prepared with floors fresh or dry.
Preparation requires the plant parts to be chopped any crushed.
It is a method to extract healing properties of herbs in a combination of water and alcohol (or vinegar).
Alcohol-based tinctures last a long time and extract and concentrate as many medicinal chemicals as possible in the herbs.
The combination of ingredients used to extract the herbs (in this case, a combination of alcohol and water) is called menstruation.
Chopping or grinding facilitates the contact of the alcohol with the plant, providing a better extraction of the active ingredients.
The preparation of the tincture is basically the same for any part of the plant, such as roots, stems, flowers or leaves.
Therefore, fennel tincture is a concentrated extract of the main medicinal properties of the plant and enhances all the benefits of this medicine plant-based in a potentiated way.
What is fennel tincture used for?
Fennel has high levels of potassium s vitamins A and C in its composition.
In addition, it also has the ability to reduce the effects of fermentation of food in the intestine, such as gas production and abdominal discomfort.
Main benefits
- Strengthens immunity;
- Relieves indigestion, gas and intestinal discomfort;
- prevents the constipation;
- Reduces swelling;
- Reduces menstrual cramps;
- Improves nutrient absorption;
- natural tranquilizer;
- Fight insomnia.
medicinal properties
Fennel tincture is known above all for its digestive propertiesbut is usually an ally of everything the gastrointestinal system.
It has the ability to prevent the formation of intestinal gas and contains anetholesubstance capable of acting on painful abdominal contractions.
Also have purifying propertiesmainly affecting the liver and blood.
The tincture is mainly composed of Water. Between the mineralsthe most present is potassium.
is rich in flavonoids and contains vitamin A, vitamin C and some Complex B vitamins.
Also:
- stimulates gastrointestinal motility;
- stomach;
- clove;
- antispasmodic;
- galactogogue;
- secretolytic.
still have activities cytoprotective s anti-ulcer significant against gastric lesions.
This anti-ulcer effect is possibly mediated by prostaglandin and/or its antisecretory properties s antioxidants.
How to use fennel tincture?
The dye is a hydroalcoholic preparation obtained by maceration cold in hydroalcoholic solvent with an adequate content of 25% dry seeds.
O forms Traditional fennel tincture are:
- poor and difficult digestion;
- halitosis;
- loss of appetite;
- aerophagia;
- meteorism;
- hiccup;
- abdominal pain;
- intestinal colic;
- insomnia;
- difficulty producing milk;
- upper respiratory tract inflammation.
A suggested use for fennel tincture is to dissolve 25 to 30 drops in 100 ml of hot water and take 2 times a day, before main meals or after meals.
But you should consult a doctor, never self-medicate, and be aware of drug interactions if you are taking any other medications.
After consulting with a natural doctor or herbalist, here is a recipe for making a tincture at home.
Homemade tincture of fresh fennel seeds
According to a book Herbal Beginnings: Making Tea, Infusions, Decoctions, Syrup and Tincture by Kami McBride there are a few ways to make dyes.
the following prescription tincture of fennel seeds is Beginnings of Herbs and will help with many digestive problems such as gas, bloating and cramping.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of 100 proof vodka or Everclear grain alcohol;
- 1/2 cup fennel seeds
Preparation mode
- Crush the fennel seeds with the help of a mortar;
- Place the fennel seeds in a clean 1 liter glass jar;
- Pour vodka or Everclear alcohol over the seeds;
- Fill the bottle to the top with vodka and close the cap loosely;
- After a few days, check your tincture and see if you need to refill the bottle with more alcohol;
- Let the herbs infuse the alcohol in a cool, dark place for a month, then strain and discard the herbs.
- Store the fennel tincture in a dark bottle in a cupboard.
Always consult an expert on the subject. Never self-medicate.
By Lara Menegelli. Article in Portuguese
