The use of herbs to treat stomach gas
Marjoram, Lemon Verbena, Fennel and Savory are herbs traditionally used to aid digestion and relieve stomach discomfort, including gas. Here's how you can use them:
Marjoram ( Origanum majorana )
Marjoram is known for its calming properties and can help soothe the digestive system. You can use it fresh or dried.
Try making it into a tea by steeping a teaspoon of dried Marjoram in hot water for about 5-10 minutes. Drink it slowly to allow the properties to take effect.
You can even use it in a tincture, adding ten drops to a glass of water.
Marjoram tea, Marjoram tincture
Lemon Verbena ( lippia citriodora ) ( aloysia triphylla )
Lemon Verbena has a refreshing citrus flavor and contains compounds that can help reduce bloating and gas.
You can make a tea by steeping dried valerian leaves in hot water for about 5-7 minutes before straining and drinking.
Fennel ( Foeniculum vulgare )
Fennel is widely used to relieve digestive problems such as gas and bloating. You can chew fennel seeds immediately after meals to promote digestion and reduce gas.
Alternatively, you can make fennel tea by steeping fennel seeds in hot water for about 10-15 minutes.
You can even use it in essential oil, adding one or two drops to a glass of water.
Fennel seeds, Fennel essential oil
Savory (satureia Montana)
Savory has been used traditionally to relieve digestive discomfort, including gas.
You can use it to flavor your meals or make tea by steeping a teaspoon in hot water for about 5-10 minutes.
For better results, you can also combine these herbs to make a digestive tea blend. Simply mix equal parts of dried Marjoram, Lemon Verbena, Savory and Fennel seeds. We put a teaspoon of the mixture in hot water for about 5-10 minutes, then strain it and drink it. Enjoy your herbal remedy for gas relief!
