Organic Star Anise / 有机八角

Product of India

This fruit has a liquorice like flavour and is used as a spice in many cooked dishes where it lends a soft exotic sweet scent and taste to a meal. It is one of the spices used in preparation of the Chinese 5 spice powder or in preparation of Indian masala teas.

Antibacterial, anti-fungal and expectorant properties. Good for asthma, cough – helps to tackle mucus accumulation. Possesses carminative, stimulant, diuretic properties for our digestive system.

八角的味道与甘草相似，气味芳香带甜，常用作烹调的香料。制作五香粉和印度玛莎拉茶，肯定少不了八角。

具有防菌、防霉和和祛痰功效。对哮喘、咳嗽和鼻子阻塞都有不错的疗效。此外，八角能拥有舒缓肠胃胀气、刺激肠胃蠕动和利尿的效用。