fannel seeds(souff)

Fennel seeds, also known as saunf or soff, are aromatic seeds used in cooking and traditional medicine for their distinct flavor and health benefits. Below is the general nutritional content of fennel seeds:

Nutritional Content per 100 grams of Fennel Seeds:

1. Calories: ~345 kcal
2. Carbohydrates: ~52 grams
   • Dietary Fiber: ~40 grams
   • Sugars: ~1.5 grams
3. Protein: ~15.8 grams
4. Fats: ~14.9 grams
   • Saturated Fat: ~0.5 grams
   • Monounsaturated Fat: ~9.9 grams
   • Polyunsaturated Fat: ~1.7 grams
5. Vitamins:
   • Vitamin A: ~135 IU
   • Vitamin C: ~21 mg
   • Vitamin E: ~2.3 mg
   • Vitamin K: ~62 mcg
   • Folate (B9): ~27 mcg
6. Minerals:
   • Calcium: ~1196 mg
   • Iron: ~18.5 mg
   • Magnesium: ~385 mg
   • Phosphorus: ~487 mg
   • Potassium: ~1694 mg
   • Zinc: ~3.7 mg
   • Manganese: ~6.5 mg
   • Copper: ~1.1 mg

Bioactive Compounds:

1. Anethole: The primary compound responsible for the sweet, licorice-like flavor, and has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
2. Fenchone and Estragole: These contribute to fennel's unique aroma and potential therapeutic effects.
3. Flavonoids: Fennel seeds are rich in antioxidants like quercetin and kaempferol.

Health Benefits:

• Digestive Health: Fennel seeds are commonly used to relieve bloating, indigestion, and gas.
• Antioxidant-Rich: They help protect the body from oxidative stress and inflammation.
• Hormonal Balance: Anethole in fennel seeds is believed to have mild estrogenic properties, which can help in balancing hormones.
• Respiratory Health: Fennel seeds may help relieve symptoms of cough and bronchitis.

Fennel seeds are widely used in cooking, as a post-meal digestive, and in various traditional medicine systems for their health benefits.