Certified Kosher OU • Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth, Inc. • Product of Egypt/Turkey

According to the Greek legend of Prometheus, fennel bestows immortality, and modern research indicates that there may be something to this story.

Health benefits:

• Fennel reduces activation of Nf-kappaB: a pro-inflammatory “nuclear transcription factor” linked to inflammatory diseases including cancer, atherosclerosis, diabetes, allergy, asthma, arthritis, Crohn's disease, and Alzheimer's disease.
• Fennel is a traditional carminitive (stomach soother) and breath freshener.
  
  

Storage Keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place. Best if used within six months of purchase. Serving tips Fennel seeds are a common companion spice for fish. Many cultures use fennel seed to prevent gas and upset stomach. Fennel features in Italian tomato sauces and sausages, as well as Indian curry powder, Chinese Five Spice mix, and French Herbes de Provence. The seeds give a distinctive flavor to breads and cookies, and fennel seeds are often served as an after-dinner mouth freshener.