Bioflu Studies: Star Anise
Bioflu | Abstract 9
The information contained below is protected by copyright. Wellness Plus has, where appropriate, obtained the permission of the copyright owner to publish the articles on this site. This permission does not convey to any third party.
Antimicrobial properties of star anise (Illicium verum Hook f).
© Phytother Res. 2002 Feb;16(1):94-5. De M, De AK, Sen P, Banerjee AB.Department of Biochemistry, University College of Science, 35 Ballygunge Circular Road, Calcutta 700 019, India.
Star anise (Illicium verum Hook f) has been shown to possess potent antimicrobial properties. Chemical studies indicate that a major portion of this antimicrobial property is due to anethole present in the dried fruit. Studies with isolated anethole (compared with standard anethole) indicated that it is effective against bacteria, yeast and fungal strains.
Note: Star anise (Illicium verum) is an active ingredient of Bioflu.
The information contained above is protected by copyright. Wellness Plus has, where appropriate, obtained the permission of the copyright owner to publish the articles on this site. This permission does not convey to any third party.