Properties
Anise seeds can be considered valuable and effective regulators of digestive carminative processes. They are used in cases of dyspepsia, and the treatment of gastrointestinal bloating and spasms thanks to the stimulating action of green anise on the peristalsis, and the simultaneous antispasmodic action, justifying its therapeutic use in dyspepsia. Its pleasantly tasting preparations help to improve digestion by increasing saliva and gastric secretion. The improvement of digestive functions, together with the antispasmodic action, results in a state of well-being (absence of postprandial drowsiness, improved assimilation of nutrient principles etc.) making anise based preparations valuable in helping combat weakness accompanied by headache and brain fatigue.
Nutraceuticals
- From 1.5 to 5% of essential oil: E-anethole (90-95%), estragole (1-2%), terpenes, sesquiterpenes etc.
- Fat (15-20%) and coumarins, flavonoids