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The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies

only relieves the baby’s colic, but it also increases the Harvesting: Harvest fennel seeds in autumn when
milk flow. Non-nursing babies can take a spoonful of they are fully mature. Dry them and store in an air-
the infusion to relieve the symptoms. tight container in a cool, dark place.

Sore Throats, Laryngitis, Gum Problems: I Warning: Rarely people have had problems with
also use Fennel Infusion as a treatment for sore photo-dermatitis while taking fennel seed. Fennel has
throats. Gargle with the infusion to treat the infection hormonal effects and should not be consumed by preg-
and pain. This treatment is also effective for sore gums. nant women.
Urinary Tract Problems, Kidney Stones:
For urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and other
urinary tract problems, use a decoction of the fennel
root.

Menstrual Problems and Premenstrual
Tension: Fennel has the ability to regulate the men-
strual cycle and the hormones affecting it. I prescribe
Fennel Seed Tea for a variety of menstrual problems
including cramping, PMS, pain fluid retention and
other menstrual symptoms. Fennel contains estrogen-
like chemicals that work to restore the hormonal bal-
ance
Detoxifying, Diuretic: Fennel is a strong diuretic Recipes. Fennel Infusion: You need 1 teaspoon
and detoxifier. It cleans toxins from the body and crushed fennel seeds and 1 cup boiling water. Pour the
flushes them out through the urinary tract. Drink Fen- boiling water over the fennel seeds and allow the infu-
nel Seed Tea up to three times daily to detoxify the sion to steep, covered, for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink 3
body and remove excess fluids. cups daily. Take after meals for digestive issues.
Eyesight, Eyewash, Conjunctivitis, Eye In- Fennel Root Decoction: To make the decoction
flammations: To strengthen eyesight, eat fennel get 2 ounces (56g) chopped fennel root, fresh and 1-
with your meals. quart (1 Liter) water. Bring the fennel root and water
to a boil and turn the heat down to a simmer. Simmer
For inflammations and eye infections, use Fennel Seed the decoction for 1 hour. Turn off the heat and strain
Tea as an eyewash. It treats conjunctivitis, infections out the root. Store the decoction in the refrigerator for
and reduces inflammations of the eye.
up to 1 week.

Feverfew,

Tanacetum parthenium

Feverfew is an herb that is widely used for migraines.
It grows along roadsides, in rocky and disturbed soil,
and is cultivated in some home herb and ornamental
gardens. Also known as Chrysanthemum parthenium,
wild chamomile, and bachelor’s buttons. It is a mem-
ber of the Aster/Daisy Family.
Identification: Feverfew grows into a bushy shape
approximately 1 to 3 feet (0.3m to 0.9m) tall. It has
round, leafy stems that grow from a taproot. The leaves

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