A common spice that is traditionally used to improve digestion and absorption without increasing pitta. The seeds are also chewed after meals to freshen breath and alleviate gas. Fennel is an excellent herb for supporting a healthy, comfortable digestive experience. It is especially useful for strengthening the digestive fire without aggravating pitta. The roasted seeds are commonly served post meal in Indian restaurants to support digestion and to freshen the breath.

• Enkindles the digestive fire without aggravating pitta*  
  
• Supports a comfortable post meal experience*  
  
• Supports healthy urination*  
  
• Calms and soothes the nerves and muscles*  
  
• Supports a healthy, comfortable menstrual cycle*  
  
• Supports the healthy flow of milk in lactating mothers*

Fennel combines well with cumin and coriander and makes a great digestive tea. It also soothes the urinary tract and promotes healthy urination. Fennel supports healthy lactation in nursing mothers and is also used to promote menstrual comfort. A tonic for the nervous system, fennel calms the mind and increases clarity of consciousness. 
 
Ayurvedic Energetics:

• Rasa (taste): sweet, pungent, bitter  
  
• Virya (action): slightly heating  
  
• Vipaka (post-digestive effect): sweet  
  
• Doshas (constitutions): Balancing for all doshas.

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Fennel Seed powder (Foeniculum vulgare)

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DR. CLAUDIA WELCH

Claudia Welch is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and a practitioner of Ayurvedic medicine. She began her study of Ayurveda in 1987 under the supervision of her mentor, Dr. Robert Svoboda. She lived in India for three years, where she studied Ayurveda, Sanskrit and related subjects. Dr. Welch worked at the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, NM with her teacher, Dr. Vasant Lad, for seven years. She has completed Hart de Fouw's Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Jyotish workshops. She received her Master's Degree in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College in 1997. 
 
Dr. Welch is a faculty member at The Ayurvedic Institute, Southwest Acupuncture College and at Acupractice Seminars in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Welch has lectured on Oriental and Ayurvedic medicines internationally. She has a private practice in Albuquerque. 
 
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Ashwagandha is the Sanskrit name for Winter Cherry. It can be translated as "scent of a horse" for its characteristic odor. The name also alludes to its reputation in Ayurveda for bestowing the vitality and strength of a horse. Our Ashwagandha is certified organically grown in accordance with Oregon Tilth standards and the California Organic Foods Act of 1990.

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