Symptoms. Feelings of shyness or discomfort in certain situations aren't necessarily signs of social anxiety disorder, particularly in children. Comfort levels in social situations vary, depending on the individual's personality traits and life experiences.
One average-size fennel bulb contains  73 calories, 3 grams of protein, and 17 grams of carbohydrate. It contains only a trace of fat and no cholesterol. Fennel is exceptionally high in fiber, with each bulb providing 7 grams of dietary fiber or 28% of daily needs.
Fennel owes its licorice-like flavor to natural plant compounds which are similar to the hormone estrogen. Fennel's exact effects on the human body are poorly understood, but it may raise levels of estrogen if it is consumed in large amounts.