Benefits of Saunf

 

Saunf – Benefits, Uses and Side Effects

Saunf or Fennel seeds comes under a very aromatic herb. They are yellowish-green in colour and one grain of saunf is almost the same in size as a grain of rice. Saunf is commonly used in many food recipes to enhance the taste but at the time saunf also has many medicinal properties.

Fennel Seeds are very useful in the treatment of stomach bloating and constipation, saunf is also beneficial in keeping the blood pressure under control. It is loaded with various vitamins and antioxidants. Today, India is one of the biggest exporter of Fennel seeds worldwide.

Benefits of Fennel Seeds

Treats Anemia –

Anemia is a medical condition in which you face deficiency of red blood cells and iron from the blood. It can make you feel tired and week. Anemia can be cured with regular consumption of saunf as it is rich in iron and amino acids.

Improves digestion –

If you are having gastro and digestion related problems then fennel seeds could be very beneficial for you to improve digestion. If you consume them after meal then they can help in food digestion because components of saunf can trigger the production of enzymes and digestive juices in stomach which helps to breakdown food and once the food is properly digested, it allows intestines to absorb maximum nutrients from it.
Acidity is a very common problem nowadays. It can be caused due to many reasons such as poor digestion and bad eating habits.
If you want to get rid of stomach acidity then saunf can be a really good remedy for you. It has components that can cool down your stomach and reduce symptoms of acidity such as heartburn and bloating. It is a very effective herb to reduce acidity and it is commonly consumed in India after heavy meals.

Regulates blood pressure –

Study has shown that Saunf could be considered very helpful to regulate normal blood pressure and it can be very useful for you to reduce high blood pressure. Chewing the seeds increase the production of nitrite which is very helpful to regulate normal blood pressure. Fennel seeds are also rich in potassium and potassium is very essential for heart and kidneys to work normally.

Prevents bad breathe –

Bad breath is very common oral disease which is usually caused by bacteria. Bad breath could be a very negative symbol on your overall personality. If you want to get rid of it then saunf can be your helping hand because it has a very strong aroma and it has anti-bacterial properties. It can kill bacteria which causes bad breathe, also it reduces plaque formation in your teeth that will keep your teeth and gums healthy.

Beneficial for skin –

If you want a healthy and glowing skin then these seeds could be very beneficial for you. Fennel seeds are rich in vitamins, calcium, selenium and zinc so regular consumption of it can nourish your skin with these essential nutrients. Zinc and calcium are very important for healthy skin and they are also very important for healthy hair. Nutrients present in saunf has a very cooling and soothing effect on the skin which promotes healthy and glowing skin.

Uses of Saunf

Great mouth freshener –

Bad breath could be a curse on your personality if you are a regular working person who does office job or runs his/her own business and meets many clients in a single day and you never want your overall reputation to be ruined by bad breath. So, here are some quick home remedies which can help you to get rid of bad breath.

You can consume this mouth freshener after taking meals or whenever you need, it will refresh your mouth and reduce bad breath. You can even take this powder with you to your office or working place so you can consume it after regular intervals.

This powder can be used as a very strong mouth freshener because it has combined benefits of cardamom and fennel seeds.

You also simply consume 1-2 teaspoon of saunf after a meal to get rid of bad breathe if you don’t have enough time to try other remedies. You can also buy ready to use based mouth fresheners from the market which you can consume instantly. Usually they are very cheap in price.

Can help reduce fat –

Saunf is rich in essential nutrients such as calcium, vitamins, phosphorus and iron and it also helps you to reduce excessive body fat. Having low percentage of body fat (not too low) can be very healthy and it will prevent various diseases such as high blood pressure and heart disorders.
Saunf has diuretic properties which is good for digestion and improves  metabolism. With regular intake of Saunf, you can achieve your fat loss goals. Here is an easy home remedy which you can try to get amazing health benefits. Roast some fennel seeds and grind them to make smooth powder, consume 1-2 teaspoons powder with lukewarm warm on empty stomach daily and it will help you reach your fitness goals.

Side effects of Saunf

Saunf is known as pretty safe herb to consume with minimum to no side effects but it is still recommended to pregnant and breast feeding ladies to consult your doctor before starting saunf for any medicinal use. Overdose of saunf may cause stomach upset so it is always recommended to consume it in suggested dose.