Star anise: health benefits uses of this spice
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Star anise is the dried fruit of the Illicium verum tree or shrub, which grows mainly in Asia. Star anise, also known as 'real star anise', is mainly used as a spice, but it is also used in herbal medicine. The plant has ideal growing conditions in tropical areas. Star anise is known for its beneficial effects on gastrointestinal complaints, dyspepsia and respiratory diseases. Star anise was introduced in Europe in 1588. The world traveler Thomas Cavendish (1560-1592) brought the plant as a spice from the Philippines to Europe. Star anise has been used in food in Europe since the 17th century. Star anise may be the most beautiful spice to see.
What is star anise?
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Growth and bloom
Uses of the star anise spice
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Spice The fruits and seeds of the plant are used as a spice in Asian cuisine. It is used in drinks, tea, sauces and marinades. Star anise is also a constituent of the Chinese five-spice powder, consisting of cinnamon, star anise, pepper, fennel and cloves
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Ingredients
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Which substances are contained in star anise? In addition to countless uses in the kitchen, star anise is also an effective medicinal plant. Of particular note are the antimicrobial properties of the star anise, which are mainly due to the content of anethole in the plant. The substance works against bacteria, fungi and yeasts. It also contains shikimic acid, which is used as a raw material for the antiviral drug oseltamivir (Tamiflu). This medicine inhibits the growth of the influenza virus (flu virus). The dried fruits are used in the medical use of star anise. The fruits have essential oils with various active ingredients such as anisaldehyde, linalool, foeniculin, methylchavicol, limonene and flavonoids. In addition, star anise has an anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effect, which is why it is also used to treat skin diseases
Health Benefits of Star Anise
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Star anise has anticonvulsant and expectorant properties and is therefore used for respiratory tract infection, bloating, bloating and mild abdominal cramps. According to research, the star anise also has an antimicrobial, analgesic and antioxidant effect. For this reason, the plant is also used to treat conditions such as lumbago or lumbago (acute low back pain often associated with muscle cramping and low spine irritation), hip pain, nerve pain and tonsillitis (tonsillitis). Even with bad breath and toothache, star anise can provide symptom relief. Especially in the case of halitosis