Ayurveda and Fennel Seeds

Fennel seeds are known as Mishi in Ayurveda and have numerous health benefits. In Ayurveda, saunf is considered to be light, non unctuous, dry (ruksa) and cold. It is appetizer, carminative/purgative, an anti spasmodic, an anti emetic and a hepatic herb. It alleviates vata, pitta and ama dosa, promotes strength (Balya). Fennel seeds play a major role in Ayurveda for gas, stomach and respiratory related problems.