-use roots
-regulates menstrual cycles; helpful for painful or irregular menstruation (3 months treatment only);
good general tonic on women's reproductive system; can treat infertility in women and impotence in
men; sometimes used to prevent miscarriage or morning sickness
-capsules 2-5 three times a day; decoction 1 cup three times a day; tincture 1 tsp. three times a day
Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) [finnocchio or carosella]
-use seeds
-soothes digestive system; remedy for flatulence; relieves cramps and indigestion; treatment for colds
and coughts; may ease colic {weak infusions}; may increase flow of breast milk; may bring on
menstrual period; eases menopausal symptoms; eases rheumatic pains; treats conjunctivitis; relieves
bad breath
-seeds 1/2 oz/day toasted or roasted; infusion 1 cup three times a day; tincture 1/2 to 1 tsp. three times
a day; oil applied locally
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenumgraecum)
-use seeds
-contains a chemical similar to estrogen may help bring on a late menstrual period; may relieve sore
throats, bronchitis, colds and coughs; may reduce blood cholestrerol; may reduce blood sugar levels;
may help heal wounds and sores; may reduce inflammation of arthritis (applied locally)
-decoction 1 cup three times a day; tincture 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. three times a day; poultice applied locally
*uterine stimulant do not use with pregnant women
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) [featherfew or midsummer daisy]
-use leaves
-remedy for chronic migraine headaches; may reduce high blood pressure; digestive aid; may relieve
menstrual cramping; may relieve anxiety
-capsules 1 three times a day; pills 1 three times a day
*do not use if pregnant or have a history of blood clots
Fo-Ti (Polygonum multiflorum) [ho shou wu]
-use roots
-longevity tonic; restores health and strength; good for blood, kidneys and liver; may be useful for
hypoglycemia, diabetes and dificienty diseases; digestive aid; may increase fertility and act as an
aphrodisiac
-capsules 1 three times a day; decoction 2 oz. twice or four times a day; tincture 1 tsp. three times a day
