Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid) Part 1: Too Little Thyroid Hormone Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the body lacks sufficient thyroid hormone. Since the main purpose of thyroid hormone is to run the body's metabolism, it is understandable that people with this condition will have symptoms associated with a slow metabolism.
Like fennel, anise has a slight licorice feel to it. Medicinally, anise is consumed to treat coughs, excessive gas, and it is used as a breath freshener. The anise plant can grow to 18 inches tall and has small clusters of white flowers.
Fennel, or Foeniculum vulgare, is a perennial plant indigenous to the Mediterranean region, but now widespread in many parts of the world. Fennel is a highly aromatic and flavorful herb commonly used in cooking, but it also has medicinal properties.nethole also provides the flavor and aroma of fennel seeds, which is often described as licorice-or anise-like. In fact, fennel seeds are sometimes mistaken for anise seeds and star anise, which have similar but stronger flavors.