How fennel seeds can help you lose weight

Darielle Britto | Jul 8, 2019, 12:54 IST
Fennel seeds can help aid weight loss because it contains diuretic properties, which helps to flush out the toxins in your body. It can also help give your metabolism a big boost.

These seeds, popularly known as saunf, are popular in India. It packs a punch when added to dishes - sweet or savoury. Many consume fennel seeds after a meal as it can help keep your mouth fresh, as well as tackle digestion issues.
Here are some more ways fennel seeds can help you lose weight:
- Saunf is also rich in vitamins and minerals that could be instrumental in helping you shed those extra kilos.
- Some researchers have found it can help keep you full for longer and therefore reduce your intake of unhealthy food.
- Fennel is a rich source of fibre.
- It can reduce fat storage and help the body to absorb minerals and vitamins quickly.
- These seeds can help protect against free radicals as it contains phosphorus, selenium, zinc, manganese, choline, beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin.
- Saunf may also protect against oxidative stress, which can cause diabetes, obesity and other serious health conditions.
One tablespoon of fennel seeds contains approximately 20 calories. To make a fat-burning beverage with these seeds, all you need to do it boil them in water. You can do this every day or make a big batch of it so it lasts for a while. Sipping on it throughout the day may help you to lose weight faster.

Previous research has also found reducing stress levels can also help you lose a significant amount of weight. Researchers from UNSW have discovered how stress and exhaustion can have an impact. "We knew already that participants find it hard to ignore cues that signal a large reward," study author Dr Poppy Watson at UNSW, told a news portal. These signals can cause you to give in to your desire for unhealthy foods.

Dr Watson further explained: "We have a set of control resources that are guiding us and helping us suppress these unwanted signals of reward, " Adding, "But when those resources are taxed, these become more and more difficult to ignore."

Finding ways to control your emotions so you avoid overeating can help tackle this issue. Proper nutrition and regular exercise can also help you shed extra weight faster.
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