These ground fennel seeds can be used for about two months at room temperature. The regional names for fennel These are called Sombu in Tamil, Peda jilakara / Sopu in Telugu, and Sonf in Hindi.

Studies show that fennel reduces the body’s production of oxytocin and prostaglandin, two hormones that can cause painful periods. Fennel seed oil has also been shown to soothe the symptoms of colic.

Fennel seeds also help in detoxification and support liver function and promote the excretion of toxins. It contains a good ...