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Diuretic, detox fennel
Easily digested, fennel is the dieter's
friend, being low calorie and a natural diuretic.
The root's great in salads and very filling.
Locals use the flowers as a special garnish
to pep up roast potatoes, black olives, salads,... |
Foeniculum vulgare
The leaves, stems, roots, seeds and oil are all
used for medical and culinary purposes,
Nutritional benefits:
Fennel is antispasmodic, diuretic, a natural
pain-and fever-reducer, has antimicrobial properties,
relieves the smooth muscle lining of the digestive
track, helps digestion and relieves indigestion,
gas, dyspepsia and colic, as well as reducing intestinal
spasms. It's also used to increase milk flow in
breastfeeding mothers and to lessen menstrual problems
and the griping effect of laxatives.
Drunk as a herbal tea, it's great for coughs and
sore throats and after a heavy meal.
The root is excellent for urinary disorders.
How to choose them?
The root should be white and tight, the leaves a
fresh green without any wilting. The seeds and flowers
can be bought pre-packed.
Traditional Product in the region of Lazio (Ministerial
Decree n° 350/99)
Application made for I.G.T.Canino, Montalto di Castro and
Tarquinia
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Centrale Ortofrutticola - Tarquinia
Tel. +39.0766.840796
Centrale Ortofrutticola di Tarquinia
Supermarkets and local greengrocers
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