About 90% of the world's cultivated astheroine anise is used to extract shikimic acid, where is a chemical intermediate used in the synthesis of oseltamivir, and is the key precursor in the pharmaceutical formulation of the anti-influenza drug.
The health benefits of star anise:
- It is a natural remedy against respiratory infections
- It helps digestion
- Cleanses the breath
- It has an anti-inflammatory effect
- It has an antioxidant effect
- It prevents diseases
- It has an expectorant effect
- Facilitates sleep
- Helps with magnesium intake
- Helps relieve irritable bowel symptoms
A study published in EC Clinical and Medical Case Reports reveals that it has a high amount of anti-inflammatory anethole.
"Anethole essential oils have demonstrated antibacterial and antifungal activity, suggesting a role in fighting certain infections," says Dr. Bhanote, a doctor specializing in Oriental and Clinical Pathology, Cytopathology and Integrative Medicine.
"The antioxidant properties of star anise and a whole foods diet could theoretically help reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases that are affected by oxidative stress and inflammation. These can include cardiovascular disease, cancer and neurodegenerative diseases, explains Dr. Monisha Bhanote
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