Remedies Using Anise Seed or Pimpinella Anisum

The dried fruits or seeds of the anise plant or pimpinella anisum are used as a spice to flavor some dishes. The seeds contain a high amount of an aromatic and flavoring compound or essential oil called anethole. It has a strong licorice-like taste and is sweeter than sugar.

Pimpinella anisum contains vitamins A, B, C and E and also minerals such as calcium and iron. This herb has antiseptic, antispasmodic and carminative properties and is recommended by herbalists to treat various conditions and illness.

Benefits and Healing Properties of Pimpinella Anisum

1. The extract is used in some toothpaste and it isn't surprising because this herb was traditionally used as a remedy for bad breath.
   
   
   
2. Because it acts as a carminative agent, it is used as a home remedy to prevent or relieve flatulence and settle other stomach upsets with gas.
   
   
   
3. Most licorice candy use the oil for its flavor.
   
   
   
4. When added to baking foods, the seeds release compounds that slow down the decay of the food.
   
   
   
5. It is used as a home remedy for hiccups and is especially helpful to stop baby hiccups. Add a tablespoon of the seeds or oil to a cup of hot water and sip it when it is cooled.
   
   
   
6. Drinking a cup of this spice tea may help relieve sinus congestion from allergies, the common cold and flu.
   
   
   
7. A cup of this spice tea may help nursing mothers increase breast milk.
   
   
   
8. Inhaling the essential oil may provide bronchitis relief.
   
   
   
9. The herbal extract is also helpful in the treatment of cough and sore throat. A warm cup of the spice tea will provide relief.

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