SAFE
Fennel oil
Foeniculum vulgare essential oil (anethole)
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Excipients & Additives
PubMed Studies
2
About
Essential oil from fennel seeds containing trans-anethole as primary component. Used as flavouring in supplements. Similar oestrogenic profile to anise oil. Traditionally used for digestive complaints.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Trans-anethole: weak oestrogenic activity — avoid in oestrogen-sensitive conditions. INFANTS: Fennel oil preparations associated with toxicity in infants — CONTRAINDICATED in infants. Epilepsy: some essential oils lower seizure threshold. Anticoagulant interaction at high doses.
🏷️ Other Names
Foeniculum vulgare essential oil (anethole)