Star anise

Properties: identical to those of green anise:

antispasmodic
stomachic
carminative
General stimulant (cardiac, respiratory, digestive) and sedative of both organs
Galactagogue (which promotes lactation)
diuretic
In moderate doses 'reconnects' the neurovegetative system.
 

Indications:

Nervous dyspepsia, meteorism, aerophagia, bloating, nervous vomiting
Digestive migraines, vertigo and digestive glare
painful periods
Colic (prefer fennel or green anise)
Cardio-vascular erethism (false angina, palpitations)
Asthma, bronchial spasms, cough
Lactose insufficiency
oliguries
 

External Indications: is used in toothpastes as oral cleanser.

Manual:

Whole or ground stars can be used.

Whole Stars: 1-2 stars for 1/2 liter of water, put in cold water, bring to a boil and cook over low heat 5 minutes and infuse 15 minutes. Soften with honey if you want to soften the drink. Very pleasant flavor. Drink during the day.

Moulue: 1 teaspoon for 1/2 liter of water, cook 1 minutes and infuse 15 minutes.

Possible synergies, choose a mixture of two - three plants and vary from time to time:

Star anise is very good in synergy with carminative plants such as green anise, coriander, cumin, caraway, ginger, cinnamon, clove, savory, oregano, lemongrass, basil, mint, juniper, hyssop, rosemary, sage , Fragrant verbena, lavender, lemon, savory, lemongrass, sage...