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ANISE
Pimpinella
anisum |
| Anise
Seed has traditionally been used as a soothing
digestive aid for indigestion, nausea, bloating,
loss of appetite & other dyspeptic complaints.
It is also said to be quite effective as an
expectorant, and is thought to be helpful for coughs
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use: Indigestion;
gas; bloating; nausea; loss of appetite; belching;
colic; mucus congestion; bronchitis; coughs; colds;
fevers; flavoring agent for unpleasant tasting
herbal teas. |
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This
"licorice-flavored" spice is a well-known ingredient
in candies and baked goods. However, its carminative properties
also makes it an invaluable aid for stimulating digestion,
relieving gas, and even helping to prevent fermentation of food
in the stomach. Another traditional use for Anise has been as a
bronchial aid, expelling mucus and relieving a persistent,
irritable cough. It is important to remember that to make an
effective tea, the seeds must be crushed in order to release
Anise's naturally occurring elements. Additionally, Anise’s
mild estrogenic activity probably accounts for its other
traditional use- to promote milk in nursing mothers- and may
also help to relieve some menopausal discomforts.
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