Description
Foeniculum vulgare [semen]
Origin: India/ Egypt
Cultivated in Europe, North America, Asia & Egypt (where the majority of our stock comes from). Fennel was formerly an official drug in the United States and was listed as being used for indigestion.
In medieval Europe, during church, Fennel seeds were chewed to supress hunger, they gave the nickname: 'Meeting Seeds'. 12th century, Herbal Practitioner and Mystic, Hildegard von Bingen, regarded Fennel seeds as a 'happy spirit', great for digestion.
Indian cuisines place roasted Fennel seeds on tables in restaurants as a post-digestive tool to help appease the gut after a full meal.
Health perks:
The seeds have traditionally been used to treat digestive complaints such as constipation, indigestion, heartburn & colic.
In combination with Peppermint, Carraway it can be effective in treating irritable bowel syndrome; in combination with Chamomile (German), Liquorice, Vervain & Lemon balm, studies show it to be effective at relieving colic in infants (with appropriate dosage***).
The major constituents include the terpenoid anethole. Terpenoids inhibit spasms in the type of muscles found in the intestinal tract. This is thought to contribute to fennel’s use as a carminative (wind-relieving) herb.
Following on with anethole, it can be used on improving oral hygiene. When chewed, anethole is released and freshens the breath, but additionally it is also supportive of the gums and dental care.
Other Fennel seeds benefits include its diuretic (increasing urine production & prevent water retention) & choleretic (increase in bile production) actions.
Contains phytoestrogens that guides menstrual health and helps with PMS. Additionally, Fennel seeds are also a galactogogue like its herb form.
1 to 1.5 teaspoons (5–7 grams) of seeds per day are recommended. A tea can be made by boiling half a teaspoon (2-3g) of crushed seed per 250ml of water for ten to fifteen minutes (keeping covered).
Leave the heated decoction to cool then strain and drink up to three times a day.
Alternatively 1-2 teaspoons of tincture (5-10ml) can be taken up to three times a day between meals.
P.S. ***If pregnant/ nursing, or there are health imbalances that require attention, it is always wise to consult a qualified herbal practitioner... even before trying a new remedy.
Delivery
Standard Delivery (UK)
Orders under 25kg in weight are subject to the following shipping fees:
| All orders over £30 | Postage is Free |
| All orders under £30 | Postage is £3.49 |
We aim to dispatch all, in-stock, standard UK orders within three working days.
Our full delivery details can be found here
Express Delivery (UK)
- Express orders must be placed before 1pm on any weekday
- Orders placed after 1pm on Thursday will be delivered by 1pm on the following Monday
- There must be someone available to sign for receive the package between 7am 1pm on the day of delivery
| All orders over £30 | Express Delivery is £5.99 |
| All orders under £30 | Express Delivery is £8.99 |
*Applies to orders under 25kg in weight
Our full delivery details can be found here
For details of our overseas delivery costs, please check here
Returns
Here at Baldwins it is our policy to give 100% satisfaction. We do know however, that there may be the odd occasion when you wish to return items. Below you will find an outline of our returns policy.
28 Day No-Quibble Guarantee
If, for any reason, you are unhappy with an item you have received, you may return it within 28 days, unopened and in its original condition, to our Freepost address (below). Upon receipt, we will be happy to give you a full refundfor the item.
Alternatively, you may wish to exchange the item for another. Please note that post and packing costs are non-refundable.
Returning An Item
To return an item, please package in its original wrapping (if possible) and provide a note outlining your name, address, order number and reason for returning.
If your item is under 20 Kg and is smaller than 61cm (L) x 46cm (W) x 46cm (D) then you can use our Free Royal Mail 48 Hour Tracked service by heading here and filling in the appropriate details:
Go To https://www.royalmail.com/track-my-return/create/2456
This service will generate a label that you can either print at home or take with you to the post office for them to print.
You will need your order number which is the 6 digit number sent out on your order dispatch email. (If you have any trouble finding this, do give us a call and we can happily find it for you).
Once orders are returned, we aim to process them within 72 hours and (if required) notify you by mail when we have processed your refund and ship any replacements out as soon as possible.
If your item is over 20 Kg or larger than the specified size (or too heavy for you to take to the post office) please call us and we can arrange collection with one of our courier partners.
