What is the medicinal use of saunf?  

Saunf is a good home remedy for many stomach and gastrointestinal problems. In Ayurveda the effect of saunf is considered to be light, non-unctuous, dry and cold. It is an appetizer, carminative/purgative and also promotes strength.

Joint pain

Tie some saunf leaves in a cotton cloth. Warm them in a saucepan and apply on the affected parts when tolerably hot.

Anaemia

Boil 6 tsp each crushed saunf and red rose petals in 1 1/2 teacup water and strain. Take twice daily.

Stomach

For indigestion take 3-5 g of saunf powder with 1g powder of roasted jeera (cumin) and rock salt (as required) with warm water 3 times daily.

In diarrhoea and abdominal pain take 3-5 g saunf powder with butter milk 3-4 times daily.

In case of loss of appetite 3-5 g powder of roasted saunf with butter milk, little pepper powder and rock salt may be taken 2 times daily. Decoction of saunf prepared after boiling one part (5g) saunf in four parts (20 ml) water (till it reduces to about half the quantity) may be given to children at hourly intervals.

For colic pain in infants boil (for 2-3 minutes) a teaspoon of fennel seeds in a cup of water and keep it to cool for 15-20 minutes. Strain and add 1-2 teaspoon to every feed of milk of the baby.

For gas/constipation Roast saunf slightly on a heated ladle. Powder, sieve and bottle. Take 1/2 tsp of this mix twice a day along with warm water.

Respiratory

To treat cough, gargle with warm saturated solution of saunf water.

Breathing/Fever/Stomach Ache Boil 2 tbsp saunf in 1 teacup water till it is reduced to half. Filter. take 1 tbsp every morning and evening for a few days.

Eyes

Make a decoction of 1 tbsp saunf in ½ teacup water till it is reduced to half. Filter This filtrate, when used to wash the eyes frequently is reported to strengthen the eye muscles. Good cleansing solution for inflamed eyes.

Obesity
Saunf is a fat-Buster. Saunf tea extracts all of fennel's medicinal goodness, and can be substituted for tea or coffee. Boil 1 tsp saunf in 1 cup toned milk for 5 to 10 minutes. Filter. Add sugar if necessary. Sip as hot as possible.

A word of caution, in excess it stimulates menstruation in women and in very high doses, it can cause intoxication.

Answered by Chef_Rt at 4:55 PM on January 19, 2008

Saunf is a good home remedy for many stomach and gastrointestinal problems. In Ayurveda the effect of saunf is considered to be light, non-unctuous, dry and cold. It is an appetizer, carminative/purgative and also promotes strength.

Joint pain

Tie some saunf leaves in a cotton cloth. Warm them in a saucepan and apply on the affected parts when tolerably hot.

Anaemia

Boil 6 tsp each crushed saunf and red rose petals in 1 1/2 teacup water and strain. Take twice daily.

Stomach

For indigestion take 3-5 g of saunf powder with 1g powder of roasted jeera (cumin) and rock salt (as required) with warm water 3 times daily.

In diarrhoea and abdominal pain take 3-5 g saunf powder with butter milk 3-4 times daily.

In case of loss of appetite 3-5 g powder of roasted saunf with butter milk, little pepper powder and rock salt may be taken 2 times daily. Decoction of saunf prepared after boiling one part (5g) saunf in four parts (20 ml) water (till it reduces to about half the quantity) may be given to children at hourly intervals.

For colic pain in infants boil (for 2-3 minutes) a teaspoon of fennel seeds in a cup of water and keep it to cool for 15-20 minutes. Strain and add 1-2 teaspoon to every feed of milk of the baby.

For gas/constipation Roast saunf slightly on a heated ladle. Powder, sieve and bottle. Take 1/2 tsp of this mix twice a day along with warm water.

Respiratory

To treat cough, gargle with warm saturated solution of saunf water.

Breathing/Fever/Stomach Ache Boil 2 tbsp saunf in 1 teacup water till it is reduced to half. Filter. take 1 tbsp every morning and evening for a few days.

Eyes

Make a decoction of 1 tbsp saunf in ½ teacup water till it is reduced to half. Filter This filtrate, when used to wash the eyes frequently is reported to strengthen the eye muscles. Good cleansing solution for inflamed eyes.

Obesity
Saunf is a fat-Buster. Saunf tea extracts all of fennel's medicinal goodness, and can be substituted for tea or coffee. Boil 1 tsp saunf in 1 cup toned milk for 5 to 10 minutes. Filter. Add sugar if necessary. Sip as hot as possible.

A word of caution, in excess it stimulates menstruation in women and in very high doses, it can cause intoxication.

Answered by hersh at 3:03 PM on January 19, 2008

Fennel has through history been considered an appetite depressant, and as such, a weight loss aid. All parts of the Fennel plant are safe for use, and Hippocrates recommended a Tea to increase the flow of milk in nursing mothers. Menopausal women may want to try it to ease the associated symptoms. The leaves or stems can be pounded into a paste and given to nursing mothers to relieve breast swelling.

Answered by SARLA at 12:02 AM on January 10, 2008

Saunf (Fennel) contains anethole, and this, or its polymers, act as phytoestrogens. This can explain some of fennel's action.

Essential oil of sweet Fennel is included in some pharmacopoeias. It is traditionally used in medicine to treat chills and stomach problems (carminative, antimicrobal action and so on). In fact, making a strong tea with Fennel seeds is very effective in relieving bloating and gas.

Fennel leaves can be boiled, the steam inhaled to relieve croup, asthma, and bronchitis.

Fennel contains Anethole, an antispasmatic, alongside other pharmacologically active substances.

Fennel essential oil is used in soaps, and some perfumes.

Answered by anitaraizada at 10:26 PM on January 09, 2008

It helps in digestion and is a good mouth freshner

Answered by Ranjit at 8:04 PM on January 09, 2008

Saunf is good for nursing mothers ans especially good for children. Sounf tea mixed with warm milk and honey given to a child at bed time is soothing drink.Saunf is offered after every meal for degestion.

Answered by Anonymous at 5:19 PM on January 09, 2008

it is best for digestion

Answered by tanu at 5:04 PM on January 09, 2008