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Aniseed

Aniseed is the dried fruit of Pimpinella anisum, a small annual herb with delicate leaves and clusters of white flowers. The tiny ridged fruits are gray-green to brown and have a sweet, licorice-like aroma. Aniseed and anise are the same botanical ingredient.

Traditionally used for

Gas, Bloating, Indigestion, Cough, Cramps

Potential benefits

Carminative, digestive aid, mild expectorant, antispasmodic, traditionally used for gas and bloating comfort and hormonal balance in women

Ingredients

Aniseed Dried fruit, Pimpinella anisum

Origin

Egypt, Turkey, Greece, Syria

How it is traditionally prepared

1 tsp lightly crushed seed per 8 oz water, steep 5–10 minutes, 1–3 cups daily

Cautions and who should avoid it

Avoid medicinal doses during pregnancy and breastfeeding; possible Apiaceae-family allergy; concentrated preparations may interact with medications

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