Can fennel be frozen?
It can be frozen. Freezing preservation is a method suitable for long-term preservation of fresh fennel. However, the taste of fennel may change after freezing, and the longer it is stored, the more nutrients will be lost. It is generally recommended to eat as soon as possible.
Freezing preservation method: Wash fennel, boil a pot of boiling water in the pot and blanch fennel. Then put the fennel in cold water and drain it. Packaging with fresh-keeping bags, sealing, and directly storing on the frozen layer. Generally, it can be stored for 1-2 months, and should be thawed before eating.
Why can't fennel be spoiled and fresh?
Dry goods should be placed in a closed container and stored in a cool and dry place to prevent moisture absorption and deterioration. Fennel can be stored in the refrigerator, which can prolong the storage time of fennel for 5-7 days. Wrap the water on the surface of fennel with plastic wrap, or put it in a fresh-keeping bag to prevent moisture from entering, and then put the wrapped fennel in the refrigerator. It can also be stored directly at room temperature, which is also a common way of storage in life, but the storage time will be short, maybe only about 2-3 days.
Efficacy and function of fennel 1, promoting qi circulation and relieving pain
Fennel can also accelerate the excretion of excess gas in the body and prevent abdominal pain caused by pneumoconiosis. Fennel can also relax smooth muscle and prevent spasm. It also has a good preventive and relieving effect on human gastrointestinal pain.
2. Strengthen stomach and regulate qi
Fennel oil contained in fennel can stimulate gastrointestinal nerves and blood vessels, eliminate gas accumulated in the stomach, and play a role in invigorating stomach and promoting qi circulation.
protect eyes
Fennel is a natural antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. Can reduce eye inflammation and irritation, and has the effects of protecting eye health and preventing degenerative diseases.
4. Prevention of osteoporosis
A study shows that eating fennel can prevent bone mineral loss and osteoporosis. This is because fennel can reduce the number of osteoclasts and protect bones.
Increase white blood cells
Fennel can increase the decomposition degree of human bone marrow cells, thus increasing the degree of cell differentiation and cell function, and increasing the number of white blood cells in people with white blood cell deficiency. Increase the number of white blood cells in the body.
Increase appetite
Anisodone and anisaldehyde in fennel can produce special aroma and stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric juice; In addition, fennel also contains beneficial substances, which can stimulate gastrointestinal nerves and blood vessels and help people increase their appetite. The secretion of gastric juice contributes to the digestion and absorption of food by gastrointestinal tract.