Sweet fennel

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Sweet fennel or sweet fennel fruit.[1] [2][3] [4]

Alternative names[edit | edit source]

  • Foeniculi dulcis fructus
  • Foeniculum vulgare Miller subsp. vulgare var. dulce
  • (Miller) Thellung (sweet fennel fruit)

Theory[edit | edit source]

Evidence[edit | edit source]

The European Union's Committee on Herbal Medicine recognizes sweet fennl's use for:

  • mild, bloating, flatulence and mild spasmodic gastrointestinal symptoms
  • minor spasms associated with menstrual periods
  • helping cough up mucus when a cough is associated with a cold

Clinicians[edit | edit source]

Risks and side effects[edit | edit source]

Can cause allergic reactions.

Costs and availability[edit | edit source]

Available without a prescription

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