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Fennel is not just a spice, but it is rich in many nutrients. According to the US Department of Agriculture, 100 grams of fennel contains 1.24 grams of protein and 3.1 grams of total dietary fiber. Apart from this, it contains nutrients like calcium, magnesium, manganese, potassium, phosphorus, vitamin C, B complex vitamins, vitamin A (carotene beta), vitamin E, lutein, zeaxanthin. So let us know in which ways consuming fennel provides relief from health problems.
Consumption of fennel is considered beneficial for improving digestion and for the eyes and it is also effective in providing relief from many problems occurring in summer. Know about fennel in this article Prescriptions Which are effective in providing relief from minor health related problems occurring in daily routine.
relief from period pain
If there are more cramps during periods or digestion gets disturbed then drinking fennel water can provide relief. Boil 1 teaspoon fennel in water and filter it. Let it cool slightly. When the water remains lukewarm, add 1 teaspoon shad in it and drink it sip by sip.
Gas formation and acidity
If you have gas problem or bloating after eating food, then you should chew half a teaspoon of fennel thoroughly and eat it. Due to this, digestive enzymes become active and the food gets digested properly, due to which there is no problem of flatulence. If you are suffering from acidity then drinking fennel water provides relief.
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relief from bad breath
If bad breath persists then fennel is an excellent mouth freshener. It is rich in anti-bacterial properties, hence helps in keeping the breath fresh. You can eat half a teaspoon of fennel by chewing it 2-3 times a day. This will also improve your digestion. In fact, sometimes stomach heat and poor digestion also become the cause of bad breath.
relief from heat problems
Fennel is very beneficial even if digestion gets spoiled in summer or there is a problem of dehydration and the body temperature increases, because it has a cooling effect. You can make fennel syrup and drink it or drink its tea. You will feel a lot of relief from this.
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