Fennel is a seasoning that is often used in daily life. For example, some fennel is added when cooking fish, stewing meat, and making braised foods. Moreover, fennel is not only a seasoning, it also has some medicinal value. Mixing fennel with angelica and orange peel and decoction can regulate menstruation. So, can you eat fennel during pregnancy?

Pregnant women are best not to eat fennel. This is because fennel is a particularly irritating seasoning, and after eating it, it will consume the water in the intestines, which will dry out the intestines and make pregnant women Constipation worsens. Moreover, the pungent substances in fennel may enter the placenta through blood circulation, which may easily irritate the baby and may even have adverse effects on the fetus.

Excessive consumption of fennel may change the function of tissue cells and cause cell mutations. If you use too many spices and condiments on a daily basis, it will easily cause distortion of human cells and may lead to cancer. Therefore, when you eat fennel, you must eat it in moderation to avoid harming your health.

As long as you eat fennel in moderation, it is beneficial to your health. It can increase appetite and aid digestion. Fennel contains anisone and anisaldehyde, which can emit a special aroma and stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric juice. Moreover, the beneficial substances in fennel can stimulate gastrointestinal nerves, which can increase people's appetite.