ANISE SEED Essential Oil

Pimpinella anisum Egypt, Organic, Steam Distilled, Seeds  
 

"The fisherman's friend," Anise seed essential oil is possibly best known for its use in fisherman's soap. Anise oil is said to remove all human scent so that fish will be more apt to bite.

Anise Seed Oil has a warm, sweet licorice aroma, sweeter than fennel oil.

Anise, both the seeds themselves, and anise seed essential oil,  are  powerful digestants  Anise oil is a smooth muscle anti-spasmodic, relieving stomach cramping and discomfort. The seeds are also an effective treatment for indigestion, cramps, gas, and other digestive problems.

Anise oil is also said to be a mild anti-convulsant and a broncho-dilator, perhaps useful to asthmatics. Some sources recommend Anise essential oil for treating asthma and bronchitis.   

Anise Oil  is said to have strong estrogen mimicking properties...its herbal form is used to increase milk secretion with nursing mothers, and as a treatment for lack of menstruation. Diluted in a carrier oil, the oil may ease painful menstruation and cramps.

Both Fennel and Anise, in their herbal form, are considered sources of phytoestrogens.  Some components of the essential oils are reputed to increase milk secretion, promote menstruation and facilitate birth. For this reason, I would avoid the use of either Anise or Fennel oil during early pregnancy.  

SAFETY: Avoid use during pregnancy, or with estrogen dependant cancer.