Super source
Omega-3 fatty acids
0.13 g · Top 22% of vegetables
A crisp, bulbous vegetable with a distinct anise-like flavor and crunchy texture, fennel is a hydrating aromatic that provides a significant source of minerals and fat-soluble vitamins.
Fennel is a low-calorie vegetable composed of approximately 90% water, providing a notable amount of potassium and vitamin K per 100g serving .2
The plant contains phytosterols (plant compounds that mimic cholesterol) and anethole, which may help delay gastrointestinal transit and reduce the absorption of fats and sugars during digestion .14
Fennel seeds and oils contain compounds like dianethole and photoanethole that exert estrogenic effects, which have been used to manage symptoms of menopause, menstruation, and lactation .11
Early research suggests that fennel seed extract may support digestive health by reducing inflammation in the intestinal barrier, though most evidence currently stems from animal models .6
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
0.13 g · Top 22% of vegetables
62.8 μg · 52% DV target
7.44 mg · 8% DV target
392 mg · 8% DV target
Store in a perforated bag in the crisper drawer.
Fennel is a hardy crop with relatively low water requirements compared to other vegetables.
In ancient Greek mythology, Prometheus used a hollow stalk of fennel to steal fire from the gods and bring it down to humanity.