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German Fennel-Anise-Caraway Tea
Traditional digestive tea made from fennel seed, anise seed, and caraway seed. Sweet, licorice-like, aromatic, and warming.
Traditionally used for
Gas, Bloating
Potential benefits
Traditionally used to ease gas, bloating, and intestinal spasms; supports post-meal digestive comfort and may ease colic.
Ingredients
Fennel seed, Anise seed, Caraway seed
Origin
Europe, Germany
How it is traditionally prepared
1–2 tsp lightly crushed seed blend per 8 oz boiling water; steep 10–15 minutes, up to 3 times daily.
Cautions and who should avoid it
Avoid medicinal amounts in pregnancy without professional guidance. Anise should be correctly identified; avoid concentrated preparations in young children. Use caution with estrogen-sensitive conditions because fennel contains phytoactive compounds.
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