Remedy
Digestion shelfFennel Seeds for Indigestion
After heavy meals, when stomach feels heavy. Also mouth freshener.
From the household notebook
“Khana hazam nahi? Saunf kha lo! Restaurants mein bill ke saath kyun aati hai? Isliye!”
Dadima’s tip: Ghar pe saunf-mishri ka dabba rakh lo. Roz khane ke baad khaao.
You will need
Ingredients
saunf (fennel seeds)
1 tspAvailability Available abroad
mishri (rock sugar)
1/2 tsp optionalSubstitute sugar
Availability Available abroad
How to make it
Preparation
- Method 1: Chew 1 tsp saunf + mishri after meals
- Method 2: Boil saunf in water 5 min, strain, drink warm
Works best for
indigestionbadhazmiheavy stomachafter-eating discomfort
Dosage
After each meal, or when indigestion strikes
When not to use
Rarely problematic, but avoid if you have a rare fennel allergy.