Ingredients & Lore
blended with fennel seed, aniseed, chamomile flowers, lemon verbena, coriander whole, peppermint leaves & fenugreek whole
Fennel is a relative of carrot, complete with leafy tops and a thick root, though without the characteristic orange color. It is a popular ingredient in cuisine worldwide, particularly in parts of Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Its flavor is often compared to anise, one of the key flavors in licorice, though fennel’s flavor is milder. Every part of the fennel plant can be used for cooking, including the stems, greens, flowers, and the root, which has an almost onion-like, layered structure.
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Native to the Mediterranean, fennel has been long used for everything from strengthening eyesight, regulating hormones to improving digestion. It has been reported to be antimicrobial as well as antiviral, which may help in fighting off pathogens when you are feeling sick. Fennel has also been used as a sleep aid as it was a main ingredient in many ancient remedies for insomnia.
The greenish seeds of the Pimpinella anisum have been a sought-after commodity throughout history.
Aniseed is an excellent source of iron, manganese, magnesium, calcium, zinc, potassium and copper. These minerals are essential to cardiac, bone and blood health.
The seeds have also been used to improve digestion and reduce nausea and aid in insomnia.
Dating back to ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, chamomile has long been sort after as a remedy for numerous ailments. Most notably, the small daisy-like flower has been used as a mild, relaxing sleep aid. Though it has also been used to treat fevers, colds, stomach discomfort and as an anti-inflammatory.
lemon verbena
lemon verbena
Native to South America, Lemon Verbena or bee brush, has become a widely popular herb due to it's medicinal properties. It is thought to have the ability to reduce inflammation, boost the immune system and calm the stomach.
Additionally it is used to reduce fevers, combat congestion as well as aid in weight loss.
coriander seed
coriander seed
A popular ingredient for cooking, the seed of the coriander plant is also packed with nutrients, including high levels of fiber, antioxidants, vitamins B and C, potassium, copper, magnesium, manganese, zinc, iron and calcium. These little seeds have been used to help regulate blood sugar levels, improve digestion as well as skin and hair care.
As known as Mentha piperita, peppermint is actually a cross breed between Water mint and Spearmint.
Historically the herb has been used to treat a variety of ailments, especially those related to digestive issues, including IBS. The menthol contained in peppermint has also been used to combat nausea and help clear nasal passages.
In addition to that minty clean feeling in your toothpaste, peppermint oil has also demonstrated an ability to kill bad bacteria in the mouth.
Fenugreek has a long history of being used for women's health, including increasing the production of milk in nursing mothers as well as reducing menstrual and menopausal discomfort. It contains a variety of nutrients including iron, magnesium, manganese, copper, protein and fiber. Most of the reported health benefits of fenugreek are due to the presence of saponins and fiber.
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