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Concentrated flavor, aids digestion, rich in antioxidants
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (medium) of Fennel Extract (5 g) has 11 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 5 g
11
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
2.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 96% · Protein 4% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 11 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 11 kcal |
| 10 g | 10 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 33 kcal |
| 20 g | 20 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 50 g | 110 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 528 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Fennel Extract is used to add a concentrated, sweet, anise-like flavor to food and drinks. Some people also take it for digestive support, but its effects depend on the product and how it is used.
Fennel Extract may ease gas or bloating for some people, but it is not a guaranteed remedy. Persistent or severe digestive symptoms need attention rather than repeated use of an extract.
Add Fennel Extract sparingly to dishes where a sweet, anise-like note fits, such as sauces, soups, baked goods, or vegetables. Its strength varies by product, so start with a small amount and adjust the flavor.
No, Fennel Extract and fennel essential oil are not automatically interchangeable. Extracts vary in form and concentration, while essential oils are highly concentrated; use an essential oil in food only if it is specifically made for that purpose.
Yes, Fennel Extract commonly has a sweet flavor reminiscent of anise or licorice. Its concentrated taste can be stronger than fennel seeds, so a little may noticeably change the flavor of a recipe.
Sometimes, but Fennel Extract does not provide the texture of fennel seeds and may taste much stronger. It can work when a recipe needs fennel flavor rather than whole seeds; add it gradually instead of swapping equal amounts.
Yes, a food-grade Fennel Extract can be added to tea for fennel flavor. Liquid extracts, powders, and supplement products are not used in the same way, so follow the directions for the specific form you have.
There is no single amount that suits every Fennel Extract, because products differ in concentration and intended use. For cooking, begin with a small amount; for a supplement, follow its serving directions rather than guessing.
Fennel Extract can cause an allergic reaction or stomach upset in some people. Avoid it if you are allergic to fennel or closely related plants, and stop using it if you develop a new reaction.
Ask your healthcare professional before using Fennel Extract as a supplement during pregnancy. Extracts can be more concentrated than culinary amounts of fennel, and products may differ in their ingredients and strength.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
3.15µg · 3% DV
Vitamin C
0.6mg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.06mg · 0% DV
Folate
1.4µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.12mg · 1% DV
Calcium
6mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 11 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (5 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Fennel Extract concentrates the distinctive aroma of the fennel plant into a seasoning used in small amounts. Fennel itself is familiar across Mediterranean, European and South Asian cooking, where its seeds, leaves or bulb may be used in different ways; an extract offers a more concentrated way to add its characteristic flavour. It is not a dish on its own, but a flavouring for recipes and drinks.
Its taste is gently sweet, fresh and reminiscent of anise. Add a little to tea, baked goods, desserts or fish dishes, tasting as you go so it does not overpower other flavours. The nutrition table is carbohydrate-heavy, but the usual serving is just one medium teaspoon, so it is primarily used for flavour rather than as a substantial source of nourishment. It pairs especially well with citrus, apple and warm spices.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.