Asafoetida is a medicinal plant, also known as Ferula or Giant Fennel, widely used in the treatment of respiratory problems, such as bronchitis.
Its scientific name is A stinking cane and can be purchased in some health food stores and compounding pharmacies.
What is asafoetida used for?
Asafoetida is used to help treat gastritis, dyspepsia, irritable bowel syndrome, respiratory problems, cough, phlegm, worms, colic, convulsions, pain, hypertension and gas.
Properties of asafoetida
The properties of asafoetida include its anticoagulant, digestive, vermifuge and hypotensive action.
How to use asafoetida
The used part of asafoetida is its leaves, as a spice or cooked vegetable.
Asafoetida side effects
No side effects of asafoetida were found.
Asafoetida contraindications
The contraindication of asafoetida is that it should not be consumed by individuals with low blood pressure.
