Fennel
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| OTHER NAME | : | saunf,variari,Fenchel | |
| BOTANICAL NAME HSN CODE | : : | Foeniculum vulgare Miller
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| PLANT FAMILY | : | Apiaceae | |
| PART USED | : | Seed (Fruit) |
Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a highly aromatic and flavorful herb, whose seeds are widely used both in culinary and medicinal applications. Native to the Mediterranean region but now grown widely in India and around the world, fennel seeds are valued for their sweet, anise-like flavor. They are extensively used after meals for digestion and freshening the breath, apart from being an important spice in multiple cuisines.
1-Essential Oils (Anethole, Fenchone, Estragole): Impart characteristic aroma and flavor, support digestion.
2-Flavonoids (Quercetin, Rutin): Offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
3-Dietary Fiber: Promotes healthy digestion and bowel movement.
4-Fatty Acids (Oleic acid, Linoleic acid): Contribute to cardiovascular health.
5-Vitamins (Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin B-complex): Boost immune system and metabolic functions.
6-Minerals (Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, Iron): Essential for heart, bone, and blood health.
2-Flavonoids (Quercetin, Rutin): Offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
3-Dietary Fiber: Promotes healthy digestion and bowel movement.
4-Fatty Acids (Oleic acid, Linoleic acid): Contribute to cardiovascular health.
5-Vitamins (Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin B-complex): Boost immune system and metabolic functions.
6-Minerals (Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, Iron): Essential for heart, bone, and blood health.
1-Used as a culinary spice in savory dishes, bakery, confectionery, and spice blends (like panch phoron, garam masala).
2-Widely used as a mouth freshener and digestive aid after meals (mukhwas).
3-Incorporated in traditional medicine (Ayurveda, Unani) for treating bloating, indigestion, cough, and menstrual problems.
4-Used in herbal teas for digestive soothing and detox.
5-Employed in essential oil production for aromatherapy, cosmetics, and natural health product
2-Widely used as a mouth freshener and digestive aid after meals (mukhwas).
3-Incorporated in traditional medicine (Ayurveda, Unani) for treating bloating, indigestion, cough, and menstrual problems.
4-Used in herbal teas for digestive soothing and detox.
5-Employed in essential oil production for aromatherapy, cosmetics, and natural health product
