I Drank Saunf Water Every Morning for a Week — Here’s What Changed

I never thought a handful of fennel seeds could make such a difference. But after reading about saunf water and its Ayurvedic benefits, I figured—why not? My mornings had become a rushed mess of caffeine and emails. I wanted something gentler to ease into the day, and the idea of a simple, herbal drink sounded perfect. Turns out, it was.

Saunf water is basically fennel seed water, and it’s been used in Ayurveda for ages. You either soak the seeds overnight or lightly boil and steep them. That’s it. No expensive supplements, no fancy powders. Just a warm, soothing glass that, surprisingly, does a lot. I followed the method described in this great piece from Ask Ayurveda (https://ask-ayurveda.com/articles/1221-how-to-make-saunf-water-simple-ayurvedic-recipe-and-uses) and was amazed at how quickly I noticed changes.

By day three, I felt less bloated. My digestion improved, and my stomach felt... lighter. A bonus? My skin started to look clearer too. I thought I was imagining it until I came across a relatable post on Instagram showing real results from regular saunf water use (https://www.instagram.com/p/DL2TpWDIU0g/).

I also realized that part of what made this ritual work so well for me was the stillness it brought to my mornings. I read a Threads post where someone paired their saunf water with light stretching and breathwork (https://www.threads.com/@askayurveda_24/post/DL2To-Ztv7j), and I started doing the same. That shift alone made a huge difference in how I approached the rest of my day.

Then I stumbled on a Pinterest idea (https://www.pinterest.com/pin/895934919625210760) about adding lemon and tulsi to the mix. Honestly? Game-changer. It kept things fresh and flavorful without messing with the benefits. A tweet I found (https://twitter.com/AskAyurveda_24/status/1942577065984688304) mentioned that fennel also helps calm the nervous system, which may explain why I started sleeping better too.

It’s not just solo folks like me trying it. There’s a LinkedIn post from someone talking about using small Ayurvedic habits—like drinking saunf water—to bring mindfulness into a busy workday (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ask-ayurveda_incorporating-ayurvedic-practices-into-your-activity-7348342843821780993-tsKg?). That really hit home. I’ve been so focused on “big” fixes that I forgot the power of small ones.

What sealed the deal were the Facebook stories I read (https://www.facebook.com/885804900366149/posts/1053259133620724). Women shared how they’ve used this one habit to manage bloating and even menstrual symptoms. That felt honest and encouraging, not salesy.

Look, I’m not saying saunf water will change your life overnight. But for me, it’s become a quiet, grounding part of my day. It reminded me that healing doesn’t always need to be complicated or expensive. Sometimes, it starts with warm water and a few tiny seeds.