Fennel has a long history of herbal use and is a commonly used household remedy, especially those of the digestive system. The fennel seeds, leaves and roots can be used, but the seeds are most active medicinally and are the part normally used. An essential oil is often extracted from the fully ripened and dried fennel seed for medicinal use, though it should not be given to pregnant women. Fennel leaf stalks and flower heads can be eaten raw or cooked. A similar aniseed flavor to the leaves. The aromatic seeds are used as a flavoring in cakes, bread, etc. They have a similar flavor to the fennel leaves and also improve digestion. The sprouted seeds can be added to salads. An essential oil from the fully ripened and dried fennel seed is used as a food flavoring in similar ways to the whole seed. The leaves or the seeds can be used to make a pleasant-tasting herbal tea. ref: FENNEL by Ray Sahelian, M.D. |
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