Fennel comes from Mediterranean Basin and is a well-known plant for its bulb commonly used in seafood cooking. However, TCM uses its seeds (Xiao hui xiang in Chinese) for its digestive benefits. Xiao hui xiang is often used as a herbal tea preparation after meals for soothing digestive system and promoting digestion.

Its soothing properties work efficiently on bloating, flatulencies, nausea, a decreased appetite and others discomforts caused by a bad digestion. In addition, Xiao hui xiang helps to relieve heartburns by reducing burning sensation in your stomach.