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Star Anise Powder–  Certified Organic—  This star-shaped spice has a distinct licorice flavor which is used in cooking, baking, and in teas.  It has impressive medicinal qualities against SARS & swine flu.  Star Anise clear congestion and respiratory discomfort used both as a tea and as a steam.

Star Anise is the primary source of shikimic acid, a plant-based compound that is the precursor to oseltamivir.  Oseltamivir is marketed as an antiviral drug under the label Tamiflu. Shikimic acid in itself is not as effective against the flu unless it is combined with quercetin.  Even the smallest amounts of quercetin taken in addition to shikimic acid, or in this case, a strong tea of Star Anise, greatly increases its effects as an anti-viral.  During the SARS outbreak, Star Anise was used along with Oil of Oregano as well. The 3 together would be an excellent natural remedy. When shikimic acid is taken along with quercetin, it acts by effectively ramping up the immune system, which in turns helps fight off viral infection. During the threat of a pandemic, these three items would be a good stash to keep on hand.

Oil of Star Anise has also been found to be a powerful antifungal against candida albican infection.  The antimicrobial compounds in Star Anise have a significant resistance against antibiotic resistant bacteria. Researchers in Taiwan tested and found Star Anise to be effective against 67 strains of drug-resistant bacteria and counting.

Researchers also found that the antioxidant compounds in Star Anise, when given to mice exposed to carcinogens, developed less cancers than those who did not receive them.

Know Your Product–  ONLY Chinese Star Anise (Illicium verum)  is safe for consumption, not to be confused with Japanese Star Anise (Illicium anisatum) which is toxic. Star Anise is not recommended to be consumed by children or infants.

Star Anise Benefits May Include;

• Respiratory & bronchial infections, lung swelling & inflammation
• Found effective against SARS and swine flu
• Stomach ache, nausea, gas, loss of appetite
• Promotes breast milk production in nursing mothers
• Hypoglycemia
• Digestive tonic
• Used in steam to inhale for colds and congestion
• Relieves symptoms of “male menopause”
• A good source of shikimic acid, which is used in the manufacture of oseltamivir (name brand Tamiflu)
• Fragrant use in perfumes, soaps, toothpaste

Suggested Dosage:

Tea–  1 cup/day, 0.5-1 ground seed boiled in 150 mL water for 120 minutes, strain

Ground–  3 grams/day

Capsule–  1000 mg 1-3 times per day

Essential Oil–  300 mg/day

Inhaled–  Products with 5-10% of essential oil have been inhaled

Steeping Temperature: 206 F degrees
Steep Time:  Instant
Caffeine: None
Serving Size:  1/3 to 1/2 teaspoon/8 oz. water
Ingredients: Certified Organic Agrimony
Origin:  China

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