==Benefits and uses of Star Anise are==
*People try taking star anise for respiratory tract infections, lung swelling (inflammation), cough, bronchitis, the flu (influenza), swine flu, and bird flu. The flower-shaped spice contains shikimic acid that is used as a base material for the production of Tamiflu, which is used for influenza virus. It is super powerful as an anti-viral. Take star anise and boil it in water and add it to your teas like green tea or black tea.
*They also use it for digestive tract problems including upset stomach, gas, loss of appetite, and colic in babies.
*Some women use star anise for increasing the flow of breast milk, promoting menstruation, and easing childbirth.