Star Anise – Antibacterial, Antifungal – Monastic Recipes

Description

Star Anise, as a medicinal plant, has a thousand-year history with uses in the form of infusions, tinctures, and ointments. It has antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties.

It is a digestive, anti-rheumatic, sudorific, antipyretic, diuretic, and laxative herb. As a warming and antispasmodic, it stimulates blood circulation. It is used externally to relieve muscle cramps, lower back pain, and lumbago.

Star Anise is a valuable aid in conditions such as bronchitis, asthma, and simple cough, with tonic and expectorant action.

It also relieves constipation, colic, and bloating.

It has analgesic and calming properties for problems such as insomnia, tension, and headaches. It is effective in mouth infections and bad breath due to its antibacterial action, which is why it is used as a flavoring in toothpaste.

Dermatologically, star anise removes skin oiliness and has antioxidant properties, which is why it is widely used in the cosmetics industry (creams, etc.).

Finally, it is an effective insecticide for moths and cockroaches.

Preparation Method

We add one to two teaspoons of the herb to a cup of boiling water. We let it steep for about ten minutes and then strain it.

Net weight 20 gr