Wild fennel , also known as "fennel", is valuable for its taste and health benefits.
All parts of the plant, including the bulb, stem, leaves and seeds, can be consumed and give a nice mixture of taste and aroma to different dishes.
What is the nutritional value of wild fennel?
One raw fennel bulb contains 73 calories , 0.5 g of fat, 2.9 g of protein, 17 g of carbohydrates, 7 g of dietary fiber - 28% of the body's daily needs, and no cholesterol .
The same amount provides 27% of the daily requirement of potassium , 5% sodium, 6% vitamin A, 11% calcium, 46% vitamin C, 9% iron, 5% vitamin B-6 and 10% of the body's daily needs for magnesium.
Wild fennel also contains phosphorus, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium, niacin, pantothenic acid, folic acid, beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin, vitamin E and vitamin K. In addition to all these nutrients, the plant also contains nutrient nitrates and is a natural source of estrogen .
Health benefits:
- Due to the content of potassium , folic acid, vitamin C , vitamin B-6 and phytonutrients, along with the lack of cholesterol , wild fennel strengthens the heart.
- The plant contains significant amounts of fiber , which help reduce blood cholesterol, thus reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
- Vitamin B-6 and folic acid prevent the accumulation of a compound known as homocysteine. When excessive amounts of it accumulate in the body, it can lead to damage to blood vessels, and later to heart problems.