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😉 Hello friends! Have you tried star anise coffee? Very interesting taste! In this article we will analyze what an star anise is, how it is useful and where it is used.
Badian – what is it
These are evergreen trees or shrubs of the Lemongrass family, they have about 40 species. Star anise fruits, similar to stars, sweetish-spicy taste with hints of anise. It is added to mulled wine, tea or coffee. The fruit is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine. The star anise has earned worldwide recognition.
The ancient homeland of a badian is China. The plant is grown in India and China, Vietnam and Cambodia, the Philippines and Abkhazia. Since the XNUMXth century, it has been popular as a spice in the national cuisine of Asian and European countries. It is added to meat dishes, salads, pastries, desserts and drinks.
Star anise seeds are a gorgeous chemical composition of medicinal substances. Here safflower essential oil, vitamins of group B, vitamins A, C, PP, many minerals useful to the body. Caloric content – 330 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Badian: benefit and harm
For the medicine, seeds, leaves and roots of star anise are used.
Star spice is the strongest natural component of the Swiss drug Tamiflu, an effective remedy for a new strain of “swine flu”. Properties of star anise (star anise):
- antispasmodic;
- antiviral;
- restorative;
- tonic;
- expectorant;
- diuretic;
- anthelmintic;
- antiseptic.
Normalizes the work of the gastrointestinal tract, is effective for constipation and flatulence. Since ancient times, the Chinese have considered star anise to be a powerful aphrodisiac for men. For colds and flu, star anise “stars” are added to herbal decoctions, infusions, tea.
What does star anise cure?
- helps the liver, gallbladder and pancreas;
- lowers blood cholesterol levels;
- inhibits the development of atherosclerosis;
- accelerates cell regeneration (healing of wounds, cuts);
- good for hair health;
- strengthens the nervous and immune systems.
Important! A decoction of star anise seeds is prepared in a ratio of 1:10.
Противопоказания
- pregnancy;
- lactation
- epilepsy;
- nervous irritability;
- children up to 5 years.
Star anise essential oil
The oil is obtained from seeds rich in anethole content, which has a soothing and antispasmodic effect. Miracle oil is used for angina, bronchitis, asthma and acute respiratory diseases.
In its pure form, star anise oil is not used; it is combined with other essential oils. Compatibility: Ginger, Clove, Rosewood, Cardamom, Tangerine, Cedarwood, Laurel, Petitgrain Oil, Fennel, Cumin, Coriander, Dill, Black Pepper.
Badian oil has been known since the XNUMXth century. The main manufacturers are China and Vietnam. It is used in the perfumery and food industries. It is a competitor to anise oil. What does star anise oil treat?
- bronchial spasms
- asthma attacks
- flatulence;
- constipation;
- normalizes the menstrual cycle;
- stress and depression;
- increases skin elasticity (1-2 drops in cream, masks);
- for massage: 3 drops per 10 ml of base oil;
- from mosquitoes, fleas and moths.
Contraindications and side effects
- do not let the star anise oil come into contact with your skin – it may cause burns.
- contraindicated in pregnancy.
- not recommended for people prone to allergies.
- higher doses can have a detrimental effect on the nervous system.
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