Health BENEFITS of Fennel:
High in Vitamin C
- works as an antioxidant fighting damaging free radicals
- assists the body in making collagen protein
- helps strengthen the immune system
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High in Potassium
- works with sodium to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance
- monitors the electrical activity of the heart
- required for proper nerve conduction and muscle contraction
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High in Molybdenum
- helps the body break down proteins
- supports proper sulfur metabolism
- plays a key role in detoxification
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High in Flavonoids (Phytonutrients)
- neutralize cancer-causing free radicals
- lower triglycerides and inhibit LDL cholesterol oxidation
- reduce inflammation in arteries and prevent heart disease
High in Anethole Oil (Phytonutrient)
- helps treat indigestion, gas, and spasms of the digestive tract
- thins mucus, expels phlegm, and eases colds and coughs
- boosts respiratory function and aids in weight loss
Good Amounts of:
MACRONUTRIENT PERCENTAGE OF CALORIES
(1 cup sliced fennel, raw = approximately 27 calories)
MACRONUTRIENT BREAKDOWN
(grams per 1 cup sliced fennel, raw)
6.4g
Carbohydrates
1.1g
Protein
.2g
Fat
FIBER & NATURAL SUGARS
(grams per 1 cup sliced fennel, raw)
2.7g
Fiber*
3.4g
Natural Sugars*
NET CARBS
(grams per 1 cup sliced fennel, raw)
3.7g
Carbohydrates – Fiber = Net Carbs
*Recommended fiber intake is 25g for women and 38g for men each day per the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
*Natural sugars occur naturally in whole foods. There is no specific recommendation for natural sugars. However, the recommended maximum amount of "added sugar" per the American Heart Association is 24g (6 teaspoons) for women and 36g (9 teaspoons) for men each day. Added sugar is the sugar added to processed and packaged foods and does not include natural sugars. The less added sugar in your diet the better! (4g sugar = 1 teaspoon of sugar)
Nutritional Data Source: U.S. Agricultural Research Service Nutrition Data Release 28.