Fennel is a common spice that has a unique fragrance and medicinal properties. In winter, people often feel unwell due to the cold weather, and eating some fennel at this time can help warm up the body. This article will explain the benefits, how to eat fennel, and what to look out for to help you make the most of this ingredient and get through the cold winters.
1. The efficacy of fennel.
Fennel is rich in nutritional value, it contains a lot of vitamin C, vitamin E, dietary fiber and a variety of minerals, such as calcium, iron, zinc, etc. These nutrients can help enhance the body's immunity, promote metabolism, improve gastrointestinal function, and have antioxidant and anti-aging effects. In addition, fennel also contains a substance called anisole ether, which has bactericidal, anti-inflammatory effects and can help relieve symptoms such as colds and coughs.
Second, how to eat fennel.
1.Scrambled eggs with fennel
Ingredients: 3 eggs.
100 grams of fennel.
Salt to taste. Cooking oil to taste.
Method: 1) Wash and chop the fennel and put it in a bowl.
2) Beat in the eggs, add an appropriate amount of salt, and stir well.
3) Heat the pan with cold oil, pour the egg mixture into the pan and fry until golden brown on both sides.
2.Lamb stew with fennel
Ingredients: 500 grams of lamb.
100 grams of fennel.
Ginger slices to taste. Salt to taste. Cooking wine to taste.
Water to taste. 
Method: 1) Wash the mutton and cut it into pieces, blanch it in boiling water, remove and drain the water.
2) Wash the fennel and cut into sections.
3) Put the lamb in a pot, add ginger slices, cooking wine and enough water, bring to a boil over high heat, turn to low heat and simmer for 1 hour.
4) Add the fennel segment, continue to simmer for 20 minutes, add an appropriate amount of salt to taste.
3. Precautions.
Although fennel is rich in nutritional and medicinal value, it is not suitable for everyone. Here are some things to look out for:
1.For people who are prone to fire, fennel should be consumed in moderation to avoid aggravating the symptoms of fire.
2.Fennel is irritating and should be consumed in moderation for people with weak gastrointestinal tracts to avoid causing symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain.
3.For pregnant and lactating women, a doctor should be consulted before deciding whether to consume fennel.