Fennel Botanical Features and Benefits

A Short Story

The main character in this story belonging to Greek mythology is Prometheus. Prometheus is half god and half man. He is immortal like gods and arrogant like humans.

He stole fire from the gods and gifted it to humanity. Fire is a divine secret and the gods do not want humanity to reach this secret. Fennel stalk is a fast burning plant. Prometheus succeeded in stealing fire from the gods in the sky with the fennel stalk. And this helped to speed up the civilisation process of humanity. However, Prometheus was punished by Zeus for stealing this secret.

The History of Fennel 

Fennel from the Apiaceae family is a medicinal plant. This plant, which is rich in vitamins A and C, contains important minerals such as potassium, sodium, magnesium and calcium.

It usually grows in regions with Mediterranean climate. It is possible to grow in many parts of our country. It has a unique smell.

What are the Benefits of Fennel for Skin?

Thanks to the antioxidant properties of fennel, it keeps free radicals that damage the skin away. It can help the skin look more lively and shiny. It can also be used as anti-aging. It is also known to be used to treat pimple and acne problems.It balances the moisture level of the skin.

What are the Benefits of Fennel for Hair?

Especially fennel oil makes the hair look more cared and shiny. It helps moisturise the dried hair. It is used against hair loss.

Fennel and Food

It is known to be used to make the food gain more flavour. Fennel seed is good for stomach problems such as gas indigestion and reflux. It is good for stomach cramps, gas pains and helps the digestive system to work faster. It also plays an important role in the treatment of diseases such as flu, colds, hoarseness.

In addition to all these, it is useful for depression and stress problems.