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Best Amazing Health Benefits of Saunf

Best Amazing Health Benefits of Saunf

May 02, 2019

Benefits of Saunf

As Indians, we’ve had a long history with fennel seed i.e. saunf. We use it in our food and we consume saunf after our meals. In fact, India happens to be the largest exporter of saunf! Packed with minerals and vitamins, saunf fights multiple ailments – stomach gas, diabetes, asthma, to name a few. Benefits of saunf happens to be a rich source of phytonutrients and antioxidants, which makes them extremely nutritious. Let’s look at some amazing health benefits of this wonder seed.

Regulates blood pressure


According to studies, chewing on fennel seeds increases the nitrite content in saliva. This keeps your blood pressure levels in check, naturally. Moreover, saunf is a rich source of potassium. Because potassium is found in our cells and body fluids, saunf effectively helps control blood pressure and counters the harmful effects of sodium. Saunf is also rich in calcium, another mineral crucial for maintaining blood pressure levels. The fiber present in saunf is also known to regulate blood pressure levels.

Improves digestive health


Fennel seeds are useful for treating many digestive ailments - heartburn, intestinal gas, constipation, indigestion, bloating, IBS, etc. Their antispasmodic and carminative properties are especially useful for treating serious digestive ailments like IBS. According to research, saunf is also good for treating gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), diarrhea, and ulcerative colitis.


Fennel seeds are rich in estragole, fenchone and anethole – compounds with antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties. Because of the oils found in saunf, fennel tea is considered a great way to improve digestive health. Saunf happens to be an active ingredient in Gas-O-Fast, using the goodness of Ayurveda to fight acidity and other digestive ailments.

Fights asthma symptoms 


Saunf’s phytonutrients help clear a sinus, a condition where the cavities around the nasal passages are inflamed. Thus, it can offer relief against asthma’s common symptoms. Because of its expectorant properties, saunf tea can help with congestion, cough, and bronchitis. It is, however, important you seek a doctor’s advise for asthma treatment.

Helps fight Diabetes


According to studies, saunf’s essential oils can be helpful in lowering blood sugar levels in diabetes patients. Saunf is also a good source of vitamin C, whose intake can lower blood sugar levels. Fennel seeds also contain an antioxidant called beta-carotene, which is thought to reduce cholesterol levels in those with type 2 diabetes. Because saunf is low in the glycemic index, it can make for a healthy addition to a diabetic’s diet.

Good for skin


Saunf’s antimicrobial properties make it a great remedy for skin problems. Eating it on a daily basis can supply your body with minerals like zinc, calcium and selenium. These minerals balance hormones and thus prevent acne outbursts. Saunf has a cooling impact on the skin, giving it a glow.
To tone your skin, boil some fennel seeds, add a few drops of fennel essential oil, filter the liquid and dab on your face with cotton. Apart from getting toned, your skin will also feel fresh. You can also prepare a face mask by adding a tablespoon of saunf to half a cup of boiling water, adding oatmeal and honey, and preparing a smooth paste.

Purifies blood


The essential oils and fiber in saunf flush toxins and sludge out from your body, thus cleansing the blood. In your daily diet, include foods that help purify the blood for smooth absorption of nutrients. Consume saunf after meals to cleanse the blood in your body.


Promotes weight loss


Because saunf is rich in fiber, it aids weight loss. Fennel seeds reduce fat storage in the body as they improve the absorption of nutrients. Saunf also has diuretic properties, increasing urine output and flushing out excess fluid from the body, which can contribute to weight loss. A study also claims that drinking fennel tea can suppress appetite and keep hunger pangs at bay.

Improves eyesight


Saunf can also do wonders for one’s eyesight too.  Rich in Vitamin A, essential for eyesight, fennel seeds improves eye health. In fact, extracts of fennel were used for relief against the symptoms of glaucoma in ancient India. 

Combats bad breath


Who hasn’t suffered from bad breath every now and then? Chew on some saunf to freshen your breath. This also increases the production of saliva in the mouth, thus washing out the bacteria. The essential oil in fennel seeds has powerful antibacterial properties that fight the germs behind bad breath. 


Good for hair


Saunf’s antioxidants and antimicrobial properties are good for your hair, curing problems like itchiness, dandruff, and hair fall. Use fennel seeds tea to rinse your hair after shampooing. This will improve hair health and prevent hair fall. You can also use a fennel seed-vinegar solution to massage into your scalp.


Clearly, saunf is power-packed with minerals and vitamins that fight an array of ailments. Start including this wonderful seed in your daily diet and realize its many health benefits!
 


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