Fennel seed. Its taste and aroma are very similar to that of ouzo and it pairs very well in cooking. It can be eaten raw in salads, although its strong flavor can overshadow the others.

• It combines well with citrus fruits and seafood.
• It is used in pastry making, perfumery, and distillation.
• It relieves bloating and colic.
• It has a calming effect on bronchitis and cough.
• It is diuretic and suitable for kidney stones, oliguria, cystitis, and arthritis.
• It contributes to the proper functioning of the immune system and acts against free radicals.
• It increases milk flow in nursing mothers.
• Its infusion can be used to treat conjunctivitis and eyelid inflammation.