Organic Fennel Essential Oil

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Worried about using an Essential oil for health purposes? Well, there are some essential oils that work the best for your overall health and wellbeing. So, give them a try and overcome your fear. Natural products always work the best for your health problems. Fennel essential oil is one of them! It does wonders when it comes to your health and wellbeing. Not only this, it also provides you with mental stability thus leaving you with an optimistic mind. Dive into the article to know more about the wonders of this amazing oil.

Fennel, botanically known as Foeniculum vulgare, is a flowering plant species in the carrot family. It is a perennial herb which contains feathery leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows to a height of 2.5 meters and has hollow stems. The leaves of Fennel grow up to 40 cm. The leaves of Fennel resemble those of dill, but the difference is that the leaves of Fennel are thinner. Dry schizocarp is the fruit of this herb and is 4 mm to 10 mm long. Moreover, the flowers of this amazing herb grow in terminal compound umbels and are 5 cm to 15 cm wide. Each of these umbels contain 20 to 50 small, yellow flowers giving it a beautiful look. Fennel is native to the shores of Mediterranean, but it can be found in many parts of the world especially near the riverbank and on dry soils. Let’s talk about the word fennel which was developed from Middle English fenel or fenyl. However, these was developed from the words from Old English which are fenol or finol, which came from the Latin word feniculum or foeniculum. Long chain, right? Well, the chain is not finished yet! Feniculum or foeniculum is the diminutive of fenum or faenum which means ‘hay’. Historically, Fennel was used for a lot of purposes which we are unaware of. Greeks and Romans used it as a medicine, a food and an insect repellent. Many warriors used Fennel tea prior to battles or Olympic events. Moreover, Greeks gave Fennel the name ‘Marathon’ or ‘Marathos’. They also made a beverage by boiling Fennel in hot water, which helped them lose weight. You might not be aware of European belief. They used to believe that evil spirits roam freely after sunset. So, in order to prevent them from entering the house, they inserted Fennel seeds into the keyholes. Not only this, they used to hang fennel plants over doorways to avoid evil spirits. King Edward, who was the King of England, used Fennels as an appetite suppressant. Because of his personal use, more than eight and a half pounds of Fennel were bought every month. Some of the Christians use Fennel seeds to curb their appetites during their fasting days. Throughout history, many Romans, Chinese and Hindus used Fennel seeds to prevent themselves from getting poisoned. They believed that if one wanted to antidote poison, they could use Fennel seeds for that purpose. Do you know that a naturalist, Roman author and philosopher Pliny the Elder was the first person to mention about Fennel? He believed that serpents use Fennel to improve their eyesight after flaking their skin. He used Fennel in 22 different medicines.

Fennel seed oil is as useful and beneficial as the seed itself. How? Let’s take a look!
Greek physician Hippocrates had a strong belief that Fennel essential oils have the ability to improve the milk supply produced by wet nurses. The oil is amazing in its own way. It is extracted by the steam distillation of Fennel seeds of the Fennel plant and has diverse benefits. Known for its licorice-like taste and smell, it is the best oil for aromatherapy. However, it can also be used topically and internally. Internally, Fennel seed oil is considered to be the best choice for improving digestive health and avoiding menstrual discomfort. It helps prevent gas and bloating which is a very embarrassing problem for us. Not only this, it can be used as a purifying and detoxifying agent and as a mouth freshener due to its amazing aroma. Aromatically, Fennel essential oil can help in having a focused and clear mind. It makes you feel relaxed and comfortable creating a peaceful environment which has a positive effect on your thinking process. Topically, it helps in healing minor wounds, cuts and scrapes. Moreover, it may help fight sweet tooth cravings, supports healthy digestive tract, promotes healthy metabolism and has a calming and soothing effect.

How can we miss the chemical properties of this incredible oil? A blend of terpenes makes the Fennel oil very useful. This includes, Alpha-pinene, Sabinene, P-anisaldehyde, 1,8-Cineole, Fenchone, Limonene, Myrcene, Estragol, Trans-anethole. Trans-anethole can be found in high levels making Fennel a useful essential oil. Keep reading to have an insight of Fennel essential oil.

Benefits and Uses

As mentioned above, the monoterpenes and ketones in fennel oil are among some of the most potent. This allows for health benefits like aiding digestion, removing toxic buildup in the blood, relaxing muscles, and calming and soothing properties. Some of fennel essential oil benefits include:

1. Promotes Healthy Metabolism

Gas and bloating create a very uncomfortable and embarrassing situation for you, right? If you want to get rid of this problem, all you need to do is get Fennel essential oil for yourself. As a carminative, this oil works the best in getting rid of gases thus giving you relief from problems like indigestion, restlessness and discomfort in the abdomen. If you are feeling sluggish or bloated, take Fennel oil internally, as it may help to promote healthy metabolism, liver function, and circulation.

2. Soothes Spasms in the Gut

Spasms of the gut can be extremely painful, causing coughing, hiccups, cramps in the intestinal area and convulsions. If you want to get free of this problem, use Fennel essential oil. It has a relaxing and soothing effect on your body and the muscles in the intestinal region. This relaxation of the gut gives you quick relief from muscle spasms in the gut.

3. Speeds Up Healing of the Wounds

Fennel Essential oil contains a number of biochemical compounds that are beneficial when fennel oil is applied topically to a wound, cleaning and protecting it from free radicals.

4. Supports Healthy Weight

Fennel has a long history of use for supporting healthy weight. Fennel seed essential oil may help with weight loss because it can boost your metabolism while suppressing your appetite. Add one drop fennel essential oil and one drop organic wild orange to eight ounces of water for a great way to hydrate and possibly stave off hunger.

5. Supports a Healthy Stomach

Do you know what stomachic means? It has a very simple meaning i.e. being a protector of the stomach. This word is a perfect match for Fennel oil as it helps your stomach keep functioning properly thus maintaining its health. Massage your abdomen with the mixture of Fennel oil and Fractionated Coconut oil after a big meal or after a stressful day. It leaves a soothing effect hence making you feel relaxed.

6. Alleviate Stress

Use of fennel essential oil by inhaling it through a diffuser can be used for managing occasional feelings of stress or reducing anxiety. Fennel oil is considered to have a positive effect on your mind. It also improves mental focus and clarity and improves concentration. To promote feelings of courage and confidence, put one to two drops of Fennel essential oil in your palm and inhale.

7. Calming and Soothing

Fennel seed oil works the best for having soothing and calming effect on your mental and physical health. Thus, apply a few drops of fennel seed oil directly on the skin if you want to have soothing effect. It is recommended in order to avoid skin sensitivity, to dilute the Fennel oil with Fractionated Coconut Oil, prior to topical application.

8. May Help Curtail Sweet Cravings

There are times when you crave for something sweet but eating a lot of sugar and sweets can be harmful for your health. But you can use an alternative. Fennel oil has a natural sweet flavor which can be used as an alternative for sweets. Trans anethole and monoterpene present in Fennel makes it 13 times sweeter than the table sugar. Thus, take a few drops of Fennel oil in water or green juice to prevent sweet tooth. You may also put a drop of Fennel under your tongue to help fight sweet tooth cravings.

9. Add Flavor to Salads and Dips

Do you want to add a yummy and tasty flavor to your dish? Try adding Fennel in salads or dips. Add a toothpick's amount to white bean dips and cucumber salads for digestive benefits and a savory flavor. Remember, when using essential oils for cooking, start with a small amount. Even a pinch of Fennel can add a lot of flavor to your dish.

Take Away

Fennel plant has small and beautiful yellow flowers and is found throughout the world. Although it is native to Mediterranean, but due to the benefits its seed and oil provide, it is used throughout the world. Fennel essential oil contains monoterpenes and chemical components which are considered to be the best for energizing and uplifting aromatic properties. Whether you use fennel to aid in weight management, boosting the digestive system, or improving mental clarity and energy, this powerful oil can provide a multitude of benefits.

Ready to buy a bottle of Fennel Seed Oil? The best and perfect choice for essential oils depends on its purity, quality and aroma. So when you’re buying Zongle Therapeutics’ Organic Fennel Seed Essential Oil, be assured that the oil is 100% pure.