~Whispering Waters Wellness Center
Compiled by: Leland Vance
The Star Venus is prominent in the sky in the early morning dawn; the Star of Bethlehem lit the skies over 2 thousand years ago. Star Anise is a little known Star in the Essential Oil World with properties that can shine a new light on how western medicine currently treats illness in the world today.
Star Anise or Anise Star is from a small to medium evergreen tree of the magnolia family, reaching up to 8m (26ft)
15ml. Anise Star-$16.
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ANISE STAR: Uses & Effectiveness
Anise Star may help with: Respiratory Tract Infections and Congestion, Lung Swelling (Inflammation), Cough, Bronchitis, the Flu (Influenza), Swine Flu, and Bird Flu. They also use it for Digestive Tract Problems including Upset Stomach, Gas (Flatulence), Loss of Appetite, and Colic in babies. Some women use Anise Star for increasing the flow of Breast Milk, promoting Menstruation & easing Menstrual Disorders, easing Childbirth, Antimicrobial and Antifungal, Insecticidal, Antiseptic and Carminative, It is used for Rheumatism, Indigestion /Cramping, and Colds. Anise Star is also used by some, for increasing sexual drive (libido) and treating symptoms of “male menopause.” In foods and beverages, Anise Star is considered a culinary spice; both the seed and oil are used as flavoring. In manufacturing, the oil is used as a fragrance in soaps, cosmetics, perfumes, and toothpaste, and to mask undesirable odors in drug products. Secret ingredient in Flu medicines.
Anethole: Cancer Signal Inhibitor.
Within the essential oils of Anise, camphor, and fennel is a substance called Anethole. According to an article in the journal Nature, Anethole has the effect of blocking "early and late cellular responses transduced by tumor necrosis factor”, which means it may help stop the spread of cancer. Anethole was also found to have an anti-inflammatory effect. The flavor and smell of anethole is commonly referred to as licorice. 13 times sweeter than sugar, Anethole can be used as a sugar substitute. It also has powerful anti-microbial properties, attacking bacteria, yeast, and fungi. It has been found to be effective against insects.
This article/post is for information purposes only, and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe usage for anyone struggling with a health related issue. Check with your doctor or health professional first.
