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Thursday, 05 Oct 2023 07:32 IWST
Illustration. Overcoming ulcers, one of the benefits of sweet anise. (iStock/torwai)
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Sweet anise is one of them herbs commonly used. Here are some of the benefits of sweet anise health and side effects.
Anise or Pimpinella anisum is a plant that comes from the same family as carrots, celery and parsley.
It can reach 1 meter in height and produces flowers and small white fruit known as anise seeds.
Anise nutrition
Anise is generally sufficient to use in small quantities. However, anise contains a number of important micronutrients for the body.
Collect Healthlineanise is rich in iron which is important for producing healthy red blood cells.
Anise also contains manganese, a key mineral that acts as an antioxidant and is necessary in metabolic processes.
One tablespoon (7 grams) of anise contains the following nutrients:
– 23 calories
– protein 1 gram
– fat 1 gram
– 3 grams of carbohydrates
– 1 gram fiber
– iron 13 percent of daily requirements
– manganese 7 percent of daily requirements
– calcium 4 percent of daily requirements
– magnesium 3 percent of daily requirements
– phosphorus 3 percent of daily requirements
– potassium 3 percent of daily requirements
– copper 3 percent of daily requirements
Benefits of anise
Illustration. Reducing symptoms of depression, one of the benefits of anise. (iStock/Josu Ozkaritz)
Just like other cooking ingredients, there are several health benefits you can get from anise.
1. Reduces symptoms of depression
Several studies have found that anise seeds can help treat depression.
For example, one study demonstrated the antidepressant properties of anise when tested on mice. This antidepressant property is even said to have the same properties as commonly prescribed drugs.
Another study of 107 people found that consuming anise was effective in reducing symptoms of postpartum depression.
2. Overcoming ulcers
Several studies show the benefits of anise for digestive problems.
For example, an animal study noted that anise can reduce stomach acid secretion, prevent ulcers, and protect cells from damage.
3. Relieve menopausal symptoms
Anise seeds are thought to mimic the effects of estrogen in the body and thus have the potential to reduce menopausal symptoms.
A study found that intake of anise can reduce the severity and frequency of hot flashes in women who are entering menopause.
4. Control blood sugar levels
Several studies have found that anetholethe active ingredient in anise, can maintain blood sugar levels when combined with healthy foods.
In a study of diabetic mice, anethole It was found to help reduce blood sugar levels by changing the levels of several key enzymes. Anethole It can also improve the function of pancreatic cells that produce insulin.
5. Reduces inflammation
Anise seeds are believed to help prevent inflammation. A study in mice showed that anise seed oil can reduce swelling and pain caused by inflammation.
Other research shows that anise contains antioxidants that can reduce inflammation.
Inflammation itself can be the beginning of various chronic diseases.
6. Maintain healthy blood
Illustration. Maintaining healthy blood, one of the benefits of sweet anise. (iStock/PhonlamaiPhoto)
Anise contains a relatively high concentration of iron. Quote WebMDIron itself is an important component of the process of forming healthy red blood cells called hemoglobin.
If hemoglobin does not contain enough iron, then it cannot transport oxygen throughout the body.
7. Prevents the development of fungus
Test tube research shows that anise can inhibit the growth of certain infection-causing fungi. One of the fungi affected is Candida albicanscauses vaginal yeast infections and thrush.
However, it is necessary to determine whether anise also has the ability to prevent the development of other types of fungus.
8. Overcoming migraines
Collect Very Well Healtha small study found that migraine sufferers benefited from anise oil cream applied to the forehead.
The group of research participants who were applied with anise cream were found to experience migraine attacks less frequently than the group who did not use the cream.
9. Overcoming allergies
A small clinical trial compared anise with fluticasone nasal spray for allergies.
As a result, sprays using anise were found to be better at relieving allergy symptoms than fluticasone syringes.
Anise side effects
Basically, the amount of anise used as a cooking spice is considered safe for consumption. There are no particular side effects caused.
However, please note that allergic reactions can occur to any drug or herbal ingredient. You need to be careful and get help immediately if you experience a severe allergic reaction with symptoms such as difficulty breathing, itching and rashes.
Several groups such as pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, children, and people aged 65 years and over are advised to consult a doctor first before consuming or using anise.
This is an explanation of the benefits of anise and its side effects.
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