Aniseed
Anise is a herbaceous herb with a distinctive aroma, living for only one year, its scientific name Anison, a common name called aniseed; sweet coriander, anise is considered a useful herb; it contains many vitamins, vitamin C and B, also contains potassium, iron , And sulfur, which is a variety of uses and oldest spices; it was known by the Pharaohs, and then spread to the European continent.
Benefits of anise to the abdomen
- Anise treats digestive disorders; indigestion.
- Treats gastritis and heartburn.
- Treats intestinal colic in infants, children and adults.
- Expels gases, thus reducing the incidence of flatulence.
- Alleviates nerves, making it a useful drink for people suffering from irritable bowel syndrome or nerve syndrome.
- It treats some cases of diarrhea.
How to use
Boil an amount of water, then add anise seed, boil again, and leave for ten minutes, then drain and drink as needed, and can add honey to it; for a double benefit, add milk, and the anise help expel gases.
Other benefits of anise
- It treats respiratory disorders such as asthma and sinus infections, colds and coughs, relieves phlegm, reduces sore throat and mouth, and enters anise in the manufacture of many medical preparations for the treatment of cough .
- It helps in the production of red blood cells because it is rich in copper, which forms some of the vital enzymes that make up red blood cells.
- It contains many minerals such as calcium, iron, copper, potassium, zinc, manganese, magnesium and potassium, and their aggregates contribute to the formation of cells and body fluids; which in turn regulate the heart rate and blood pressure.
- Improves appetite.
- Calms the nerves, helps the body relax, and also treats insomnia.
- Relieves the pain of rheumatism and arthritis.
- Treats some headaches.
- It is used as an excellent mouthwash and excels foul odor, so anise oil is used into the toothpaste industry.
- It also regulates menstrual cycle and relieves pain.
- Treats ED and increases libido.
- It is used in the treatment of scabies, and removes head lice, through the scalp fat with anise oil mixed with olive oil.
- Milk production increases during lactation.
- Diuretic to those who have difficulty urinating or retention of fluids.
- Anise is used as a flavoring substance, so women use it to cook and make some kinds of bread and sweets, as well as soups and salads.
- Anise oil is used in the manufacture of some kinds of soap and perfumes, because of its smell.