Can Anise cure what ails you??????? ... 
mo123
15 y
10,478
RR
Lugol’s Iodine Free S&H
J.Crow’s® Lugol’s Iodine Solution. Restore lost reserves.
Herbal Tinctures and Supplements
Hulda Clark Cleanses
Can Anise Cure What Ails You?
anise, herbThe licorice-flavored herb anise contains high levels of health-boosting compounds called phenylpropanoids.
A team of researchers isolated 22 compounds in anise essential oils, and found some phenylpropanoid compounds that were unique to anise, and four of the compounds had never before been identified in any plant.
Aside from effectively controlling aphids and the plant fungus Colletotrichum, the compounds also showed promise for human health problems. Specifically, some of the compounds were effective against:
* Plasmodium falciparum, the parasite that causes malaria in humans.
* Mycobacterium intracellulare, a bacterium that can cause illness in people with compromised immune systems.
Further, some phenylpropanoids had anti-inflammatory and phytoestrogen properties.
The researchers suggested that compounds in anise essential oils may be useful for developing pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
Sources:
Science Daily March 12, 2008
Pure and Applied Chemistry 2007, Vol. 79, No. 4, pp. 539-556
Dr. Mercola''s Comments Dr. Mercola's Comments:
Anise has been used since ancient times in Europe, the Middle East and Asia for both therapeutic benefits and taste. Traditionally, this licorice-flavored herb is said to help with digestion, which is why it’s part of a blend of seeds typically offered at the end of an Indian meal.
Anise was also popular in Rome during the first century, when it was used to make a spice cake called mustaceum that was served after feasting to prevent indigestion.
In the United States, anise (Pimpinella anisum) is often confused with fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), a similarly flavored vegetable that looks like a white bulb with green feathery leaves (that also produces fennel seeds). Anise is also a different herb from Chinese star anise (Illicium verum), which is used to make the dangerous flu drug Tamiflu.
Is Anise Healthy?
Like many herbs and spices, anise offers a unique set of benefits. In traditional medicine, anise is used to calm upset stomachs and help reduce gas, and its effectiveness in treating stomach cramps has been proven scientifically.
Anise essential oils also have phytoestrogen properties, which may explain why it is said to help new mothers stimulate breast milk production and in ancient times was used to increase libido. These essential oils, which are antibacterial, antifungal, and insecticidal, can also naturally get rid of head lice (a far safer alternative to using chemical lice treatments).
Rest assured, however, that pharmaceuticals developed with isolated active components of this herb will bear little resemblance to the natural plant. For instance, it takes 10 different steps for star anise to be made into Tamiflu, according to this New York Times article, and some of the steps are “potentially hazardous because they involve the use of sodium azide, the chemical that makes automobile air bags inflate in an explosive rush.”
So while you may very well enjoy a bit of anise seed sprinkled on your soup, please do not mistake an anise-containing drug to be all-natural or safe.
When Using Herbs, Listen to Your Body
Herbs and spices are a great way to add flavor, and often health benefits, to your food. But if a certain spice doesn’t agree with you, then take a pass. This is your body’s way of letting you know that it’s not the best spice for you, and in this case, your body always knows best.
More
- Re: Anise - toxic alert mo123
15 y
10,073
This is a reply to # 1,409,893Herbal Tea Toxic Alert
Sept 11 -- The FDA (the US Food and Drug Administration) yesterday issued an advisory warning against the drinking of teas brewed from star anise. Some people believe that these teas are beneficial and may help prevent colic in infants. In fact, medical conditions associated with star anise teas include seizures, vomiting, jitteriness and rapid eye movement.
The FDA has issued this advisory as an interim measure. One problem is that there is more than one type of star anise. The Chinese star anise is considered safe. A closely related species, the Japanese star anise, contains sikimitoxin and is toxic. Once star anise has been dried and processed, it is not possible to visually distinguish between the Chinese and Japanese forms. Some teas may actually be Japanese or a mixture of the two types. Until the FDA has "analyzed" the situation, it recommends that the consumer avoid all teas containing star anise.
Our Comment: Our copy of the Encyclopedia of Herbs and Herbalism states that star anise is "Chiefly employed as an aniseed flavoring agent and as a carminative for digestive disorders." (A carminative is an agent that relieves flatulence, gas in the intestine.) Star anise is also used as a spice, particularly with duck and pork, and is added to tea and coffee in China.
More
- Re: Anise -Purchasing, storage and p... mo123
15 y
10,237
This is a reply to # 1,409,894Star Anise
By Rhonda Parkinson, About.com
"Star Anise"
Star Anise
Rhonda Parkinson
Sponsored Links
Star anise comes by its name honestly, with its star shape and a licorice taste similar to regular anise, only stronger. Star anise is the seed pod of an evergreen tree (Illicium Verum) grown in southwestern China and Japan. It is about one inch high with eight segments and a dark brown rust color. Like regular anise, star anise gets its distinctive licorice taste from a chemical compound called anethol. However the two are not related botanically - star anise is a member of the Magnolia family.
Using Star Anise in Cooking
Star anise plays a key role in the slow cooked dishes that characterize Eastern Chinese cuisine. Its licorice flavor enhances red cooked dishes, as well as eggs simmered in black tea. Star anise is one of the spices in five-spice powder.
Outside of China, star anise is featured in several of Vietnam's signature dishes, such as Pho Bo soup. It is also the secret ingredient in many Indian stews and curries. Star anise can replace regular anise in western recipes.
Medical Uses of Star Anise
In traditional Chinese medicine, star anise is prescribed as a digestive aid and to help cure colic in babies. More recently, Shikimic Acid, extracted from star anise, is one of the chief ingredients in the antiviral Tamiflu drug used to fight avian influenza.
Purchasing, Storage, and Preparation
Star anise is available in packages in Asian supermarkets. When purchasing star anise, look for whole pieces that aren’t broken. At home, store star anise in a sealed container in a cool dark place. Properly stored, star anise will last for several months. Discard once the flavor fades.
In slow cooked or simmered dishes, star anise is usually added whole (not broken into pieces) and discarded before serving. Occasionally, you may find stir-fry recipes calling for ground star anise.
Written by Rhonda Parkinson- Re: Anise - Health benefits and warn... mo123
15 y
11,103
This is a reply to # 1,409,895
Helium - Where Knowledge Rules
Health benefits of aniseed
by Janette Peel
As one of the strongest essential oils of all, aniseed should only be used with great care but the results can be incredible.
Aromatic anise seeds, a revered digestive tonic of the Greeks and Romans, are still used in confectionery and as flavoring for alcoholic beverages, especially Pernod and Turkish raki. The essential oil is steam-distilled from the seeds of this perennial herb of the Middle East. It has a rich, pervasively spicy-sweet odor resembling liquorice.
Aniseed is potently therapeutic; warming and enlivening the body, it can be used to invigorate the mind and stimulate the circulation. Its powerful action on the digestive system quells nausea and vomiting and eases indigestion and flatulence. Its expectorant properties are also useful in treating respiratory infections. The potency of aniseed needs to be respected, however. It is recommended for use only when you become more proficient in the art of aromatherapy.
Aniseed is unusual, being low in aldehydes, alcohols and terpenes, but high in phenols and phenolic ethers.
Ethers Anethole Anethole, a phenolic ether, is the principal compound, making up 75-90 per cent of the oil.
Phenols Phenols and phenolic ethers are known as bactericides and they contain potent compounds that help to stimulate the immune and nervous systems.
Warning In large amounts, anethole has narcotic and neurotoxic effects. It can cause circulatory problems and has been linked to dermatitis. Any essential oil with high amounts of phenols should be used in low amounts over short periods of time.
You should be careful when using aniseed oil, but that does not mean you have to avoid it completely. Stick to gentle inhalation techniques to avoid causing damage to sensitive skin.
Food flavoring:
Aniseed is used to flavor cough lollies and aniseed balls as its flavor is sweet and distinctive. In cough lollies, it is famed for its ability to relieve bronchial complaints.
It is also often used as flavoring in toothpaste, where its antiseptic qualities help flavor the breath and keep teeth clean.
Star anise, an oil extracted from an evergreen tree native to China, India and Vietnam, shares many properties with aniseed. Their aromas are almost identical and they share chemical components including athenole and methychavicol. Consequently, the oils have similar properties and are often used interchangeably. Star anise is less likely to irritate skin, but should still be used with caution and avoided altogether during pregnancy.
Aniseed in a vaporizer or steam inhalation eases hay fever, head colds and bronchial complaints such as asthma. It also quells vomiting and nausea. Place a few drops on a handkerchief to ease digestive problems, travel sickness and panic attacks from vertigo.
Inhaling aniseed enhances relaxation and soothes sleep patterns. It relieves stress from overwork and eases heartache.
A revered herb of the ancient Middle Eastern civilizations, aniseed is one of the oldest spices to have been used for magical purposes and healing.
The Ancient Romans believed aniseed to be an aphrodisiac. Cakes flavored with the spice were served at the end of a marriage feast to relax nervous couples before they retired to bed.
Aniseed is reputed to avert the evil eye. It is also believed to deter venomous snakes such as vipers.
Aniseed was widely cultivated by monks in medieval gardens to be used in the monastery for its purifying properties, precipitating the herb's spread throughout Northern Europe.
Aniseed was so valued in biblical times that it was used to pay taxes and rents.
Aniseed helps to ease your headaches and migraines especially in cases where stress is a causative factor.
Make up a vaporizer blend to ease tension headaches by mixing up 5-10 drops from a combination of the following oils:
Aniseed
Lavender
Niaouli
Peppermint
Place the vaporizer nearby and relax with your eyes closed until the headache begins to ease.
What is Helium? | User Guide | Community | Helium’s Official Blog | Link to Helium | Privacy | User agreement | DMCA
Copyright © 2002-2009 Helium, Inc. All rights reserved.
loading
Helium, Inc.
200 Brickstone Square Andover, MA 01810 USA
- Re: Anise - Health benefits and warn... mo123
15 y
13,371
This is a reply to # 1,409,896Health benefits of aniseed
by Reverend Ashira Goddard
The aniseed is often a confusing part of an herbal benefits. The seed is actually the fruit of the herb anise. If you lived in the 16th century you would think mice if you heard the word anise. The feathery appearance of the leaves attracted mice like cheese. In the 7th century it was used for coughs, the Romans used it to cure bad breath, in the 14th century a tax was levied on the herb due to its popularity.
Cleanse Photos - It Works
It's like tire rubber in your colon Get it out in 9 days or never pay!
BlessedHerbs.com/detox-trial
Moms Eczema Cure
Mother discovers product to heal eczema in 48hrs. Amazing Pictures
http://www.freederm.com
Buy Green Tea
High Quality Lowest Price. Free Shipping. Buy Now and Save!
ChinaPremiumTea.com
Ads by Google
The flower of anise is a small yellowish white petal umbel. The part of the herb that is used in both culinary and medicinal applications is the fruit which is a flat, oval seed that is gray to brown in color.
Native only to Egypt and the Mediterranean region, this herb has a long reputation of being a digestive aid. It is now cultivated in almost every region of the world. A simple tea made of the the crushed seeds works well to not only aid in digestion but stop the flatulence that sometimes is associated. It is a pleasant way to end any meal.
It is also used as an expectorant and mild antimicrobial which is why today in many of the over the counter products, one of the main ingredients is anise. It is the essential oil of the seed that has proven to react on the secretory cells of the respiratory tract. The flavor of anise is licorice which gives the medicinal benefits an added bonus.
It should be noted that although not proven scientifically, those with high blood pressure should avoid anise. In some people it has been shown to increase the blood pressure.
For the most part however, this herb is used as a flavoring in culinary dishes as well as in liqueurs.
It is a great herb for aromatic therapy. It was widely cultivated by the Romans for its fragrance and was used in soaps, oils, and mouth fresheners. Take whole seeds and place them in a sachet to flood your senses of the light fragrance. The seeds are ground up often and added to natural toothpastes and mouthwashes to aid in the flavoring.
Some believe that the tradition of the wedding cake in history relates back to anise. After a wedding feast anise tea and cake was served by the Romans.
Another interesting fact that is not well known about anise is that as catnip is to cats, anise is to dogs.
- Re: Anise - Health benefits and warn... mo123
15 y
13,371
- Re: Anise - Health benefits and warn... mo123
15 y
11,103
- Re: Anise -Purchasing, storage and p... mo123
15 y
10,237
- Re: Anise - toxic alert mo123
15 y
10,073
Share:
Translate This Page: