Benefits Of Fennel Seed And Some Unknown Facts

Fennel seed also called saunf scientific name Foeniculum Vulgare is a hardy, perennial herb with yellow flowers and feathery leaves. It is indigenous to the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. It's slightly sweet and has a definite licorice-like taste. It's a seasonal herb and has healing powers.

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In places like Bengal and Gujarat, fennel is a very important ingredient that you can find in Indian cuisine as well. Apart from adding a small amount of it to food, it has many other benefits which you will read further.

•Benefits from fennel seeds.

1. Improves eyesight 

By increasing screen time during this lockdown phase, a couple of fennel seeds containing vitamin A will help you get a

superb increase in eyesight.

2. Weight Loss

Diet-conscious people can drink a glass of water with fennel soaked overnight, it can help you shed these extra pounds as this handful of seeds contain dietary fiber which slows down the digestion process, and eventually, you will resist overeating.

3. Cures Irregular Menstruation

The emmenagogue present in these tiny seeds is a compound that helps in better ovulation and corrects irregular periods. Soak two spoons of seeds and drink water in the morning.

4. Blood Purification

Proper cleansing of blood for better absorption of nutrients. Its antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties help in purifying the blood.

5. Treats Various Skin Problems

In this era where a huge number of cosmetic products are available for every skin disorder. A better option is to treat minor skin problems naturally. Fennel seeds contain minerals like zinc, calcium, selenium which can fight skin problems.

6. Helps Fight Cancer

Fennel contains anethole, which mainly has the ability to fight breast and liver cancer.

7. Cooling Agent

You can drink soaked fennel water in summer to keep your body hydrated.

8. As a Face Toner

Fennel is mainly used in India as a face cleanser and also as a toner.

Side effects of fennel

Just because fennel is readily available doesn't mean you can consume more of it. Along with so many advantages, it also has some disadvantages. Well, fennel being a natural herb there is no such harm for life, but people who have kidney-related problems or BP patients should research well before consuming them. Pregnant women must consult a doctor as it triggers the menstrual cycle. People suffering from asthma and any kind of allergies should avoid these seeds. Excessive consumption of fennel can cause skin irritation.

Precautions to be taken while consuming fennel?

With so many benefits, fennel should be avoided while breastfeeding as it can damage their nervous system.

•Consuming fennel together in large quantities can affect children.

•You should avoid these seeds if you are allergic to carrots.

•If you have high levels of estrogen, you should not consume fennel.

Amusing Facts

•Fennel seeds were Thomas Jefferson's favorite vegetable.

•It can grow up to a height of 5 feet. Fennel is also used as a mouth freshener.

•It is not scientifically proven, but round fennel is called male and the long one is female.

•Fennel powder is a bit expensive because it comes from the fennel flower, which is found only in the middle, that too at a time, about one gram is very less.

•Fennel is also used to make cookies, cakes, and pastries.

Fennel is consumed almost all over India has many uses from purifying your body internally to brightening your skin. From the use of fennel in native Indian cuisine to drinking fennel water daily, Its benefits have been offered in a big way. Isn't it the perfect herb that one should include in their daily diet?