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Whole Fennel Seed

Whole fennel seed is the dried aromatic seed of the fennel plant, commonly used as a culinary spice and digestive herb. It has a sweet, licorice-like flavor and is often used in savory dishes, teas, and spice blends.

Beneficial properties

carminative may ease bloating antioxidant compounds aromatic digestive support source of fiber

Nutritional highlights

Fennel seeds provide fiber and small amounts of minerals such as manganese, calcium, iron, magnesium, and potassium, along with volatile oils including anethole.

Caution. Use caution with fennel if you have an allergy to celery, carrot, or mugwort, and avoid medicinal amounts during pregnancy unless advised by a clinician.

Conditions it helps with

Bloating, Gas, & Indigestion
Includes: Bloating, Flatulence, Indigestion
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Constipation
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