The efficacy and function of fennel

Medicinal fennel is a very common medicinal material in life. It is widely used and you can choose it with confidence. Let’s take a look at it together.

[Source] Fennel, Pleurospermum giraldii Diels, of the Apiaceae family, is used as medicine with the whole plant .

【Habitat distribution】 Shaanxi.

【Chemical composition】 The seeds contain petroselinic acid, oleic acid and linoleic acid.

【Nature and flavor】Sweet, spicy, warm.

【Functions and indications】Warms the middle and regulates Qi, strengthens the spleen and dries up dampness. Treats stomach cold, abdominal pain, bloating, loss of appetite, and leucorrhea.

【Usage and Dosage】 3 to 4 qian.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 Shaanxi Chinese Herbal Medicine

The above describes some ways to eat fennel. Although many medicinal herbs can be eaten, we must remind everyone that Chinese medicines generally cannot be taken indiscriminately and should be used according to your own situation.