Anise is one of the perennial herbs whose seeds and essential oils have been used since ancient times in the world of medicine and herbs, and its origins go back to the Mediterranean and the Middle East, and it was always famous in the Nile region and among the ancient Egyptians.
Nutritional value of anise :
Anise contains many nutrients necessary for health, which may contribute to enhancing the benefits of anise for the health of the body and hair.
Seven grams (about 1 tablespoon) of anise may provide the following nutrients:
Calories: 23 calories.
Protein: 1 g.
Fat: 1 gm.
Carbohydrates: 3 g.
Fiber: 1 gm.
Iron: 13% of the RDA.
Manganese: 7% of the RDI.
Calcium: 4% of the RDI.
Magnesium: 3% of the RDA.
Phosphorous: 3% of the daily recommended amount.
Potassium: 3% of the RDA.
Copper: 3% of the RDI.
What Does It Taste Like?
Anise has a licorice flavor that is sweet, mildly spicy, and very aromatic. This flavor is produced by anethole, an organic compound related to estragole, which produces flavors in tarragon and basil. One key characteristic of anethole is that it is very soluble in alcohol but only slightly soluble in water. As a result, when you add water to liqueurs that contain anise extract, the drink turns cloudy. This is known as the ouzo effect after one of the characteristic anise-flavored liqueurs.
Surprising benefits of anise :
1-Promote digestive health Anise is one of the most important herbs that improve digestion, and contribute to reducing digestive problems such as: indigestion, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation.
2-Reducing respiratory disorders.
3- Treat Convulsions.
4-Reduce heart disease And strokes.
5-improve metabolism.
6- Reduce cough.
7- General Disinfectant and Insect Killer.
8- Enhance Appetite.
Anise side effects and harms :
Anise is considered safe to use for children and adults, but it may cause some side effects for some people, including the following:
-Hypersensitivity to anise
Some people may have an intolerance to anise, as well as allergic to anise-like plants such as asparagus, caraway, celery, coriander, dill, cumin, and fenugreek.
-Low blood sugar level
Despite the benefits of anise for diabetics, eating anise may cause a lot of low blood sugar in these patients, so you should pay attention to the symptoms of low blood sugar in the patient.
How to make anise tea ?
Anise seed (whole or ground) can be added to the dough for baked goods, fruit fillings for pies, and ground meat before baking. Anise extract can be used in baked goods and to flavor drinks such as coffee or hot chocolate. The seeds can also be used to brew a licorice-flavored tea.
1- In a pot over medium heat, boil the water.
2- Reduce the heat and add the anise, honey and cinnamon stick.
3- Let the mixture boil for a few minutes, then turn off the heat and cover the pot. Let the anise relax a little.
4- Pour into two cups and serve immediately.
Enjoy a cup of anise in our own way .
