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<\/picture><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nWhen it comes to finding remedies for the common ailments, I very often have recourse to natural ones or what I like to call my kitchen table remedies. Passed down through the family, many herbal remedies weave into our routine to treat minor illnesses \u2014 an upset tummy, seasonal allergies, the common cold \u2014 to name a few.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Today I am sharing a brew, made with spices and herbs, that has stood the test of time and proven to be very effective to provide relief from bloating and gas, tummy cramps, indigestion and stomach aches among other ailments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Juniper Berry, Star Anise and Fennel Tea<\/h2>\n\n\n\nJuniper Berry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
When brewed as a tea juniper berry helps with digestion problems including upset stomach, intestinal gas or flatulence, heartburn and bloating.
Only a small amount of juniper berry should be used (2 \u2013 10 grams). In this recipe, I am only using four berries which is not even one gram as there are other active components in the other ingredients of this tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fennel Seeds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Fennel seed is a very aromatic spice used to flavour many foods. It is also excellent to treat flatulence, bloating or stomach cramps.
One of greatest health benefits of fennel tea is that it helps stimulate the production of estrogen. This provides relief from symptoms of PMS, menstrual cramps or menopausal symptoms.
Lightly crushing these two spices will make it easier to extract the active components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can steep these spices in 2 cups of hot water but I like to bring them to a gentle simmer first and then let everything steep for about 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Star Anise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Very much like fennel, star anise tea can help to eliminate excessive gas, reduce intestinal spasms, ease heavy digestion and relieve stomach aches. Its mild estrogenic effect also helps through the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and regulates the menstrual cycle. When buying star anise, make sure to get the Chinese one as the Japanese variety is toxic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For its shape alone, I think star anise<\/a> is one of the most beautiful spices in the world. If you’d like to cook with it more often, here’s a delicious Szechaun vegetables and tofu recipe<\/a> to try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally mint is well known to soothe the stomach in case of indigestion or inflammation. Aside these benefits, mint can assist in weight loss. It stimulates the digestive enzymes to better absorb nutrients from food and turns fat into usable energy. So by adding mint to your diet, fat is being consumed and used rather than being stored and thus causing weight gain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I have personally found this tea to provide much relief from bloating and menstrual cramps. This is my monthly go-to home remedy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These spices are commonly found at most grocery stores, Asian\/Indian stores or health stores. Otherwise you can also buy them online (see ingredients below for links).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lemongrass Hibiscus Tea<\/a> for cold, flu and immunity boost<\/p>\n\n\n\nFresh Mint Leaves<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
More home remedies from the blog:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n