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- Fennel has an anise-like flavor but is more aromatic, sweeter and less pungent
- Fennel Seed added to meatballs or meat loaf gives an authentic Italian flavor
- Fennel is very healthy-it's used as a digestive
- Fennel nicely complements almost any kind of fish preparation
-  Fennel a key ingredient in several spice and herb blends such as Indian curry powders, Chinese Five Spices and the French Herbes de Province
- Fennel flavors coffee, sauces and curries

Health Benefits of Fennel
Fennel's medicinal properties were discovered long before its use as a herb. The Roman naturalist Pliny extolled its virtues as an eye-strengthener. A few sprigs of fennel can be added to tea as a remedy for indigestion. It is also known that funnel can boost the production of milk in a nursing mother. Fennel is also a good source of Vitamin C. Also, the substance that gives fennel its anise-like taste - anethole - has been scientifically proven to fight against cancer and inflammation.

Fennel Seeds (Sauf) are very effective for digestive problems. These seeds can be chewed upon or had as a tea decoction for beneficial effects upon the stomach. In India, these are routinely chewed upon after meals to aid in digestion after a rich meal while acting as a herbal mouth freshener.

Fennel seeds often provide quick and effective relief from many digestive disorders. They help to overcome gas, cramps, acid indigestion, and many other digestive tract maladies.

What Fennel seeds contain?

These seeds are very rich in minerals including magnesium. Two of its main constituents are Anethol and Fenchone. Anethol and other terpenoids may inhibit spasms in smooth muscles such as those in the intestinal tract. Fenchone may be responsible for the medicinal properties associated with Fennel.

Recent studies have found that consumption of fennel can increase the production of bile and may also possess diuretic, pain-reducing and anti-microbial activities.

How to consume?

Fennel seeds may be chewed upon after every meal or even more often. About 2-3 gms may be had at a time and chewed upon. Daily intake about 7 gms. (or 1½ teaspoon).

Fennel may be also had as a tea decoction. For this, boil about 3 gms. (1/2 teaspoon) of seeds in 250 ml. of water. Let the water boil for about 5 minutes while keeping the pot covered. Cool the mixture and then sip as required. 2-3 cups may be had daily in this manner.

Make fennel seeds a part of your daily routine for better digestive health.