Does Fennel tea expire?
#283057 - 09/19/06 01:49 PM
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I have some Fennel Tummy Tea that I ordered last April (2005). It hasn't done much for me lately - is it possible that it's expired?
Just curious...
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It won't "expire", per se... but herbs (and that would include fennel) do lose their potency after a time, especially if they happen to be exposed to light or heat.
You may need to use 2 teabags, or at least try letting it steep longer, to get the same strength you're used to.
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I have a question about fennel tea bags. It says to put in 8ozs of hot boiled water, but I like to drip my water in a small Mr. Coffee so if I use the tea bag with more than 8 oz water will I get less effect?
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Yes, it will be weaker relative to the amount of water you use. If it's not strong enough to work for you with extra water, try using two teabags.
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Thanks so much. I kept waiting for it to work and now realize I used way too much water. I'll go try it the way you say on your container as my tummy is really hurting right now. Tomorrow I'll try the 2 tea bags in my morning hot water routine.
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