Aniseed

Botanical Name: Pimpinella anisum

Method of extraction: Steam distillation

Part of plant used: Seeds

Country of Origin: Germany

Description: Colourless – Pale yellow with a pungent, warm, spicy-sweet characteristic scent.

Actions: Antispasmodic, Antiseptic, Analgesic, Anti-emetic, Cardiac tonic, Aphrodisiac Stomachic, Diuretic, Carminative, Expectorant, Stimulant, Cholagogue, Galactagogue, Emmenogague Laxative, Parasiticide, Parturient.

Special use:  Warming and Drying, Tonic for digestive, Cardiovascular, Respiratory & Reproductive Systems.

Blends Well With: Other calming oils- Cardamom, Caraway, Coriander, Dill, Fennel. Clary Sage, Rose, Lavender, Orange, Pine.

Safety Data:  Avoid in allergic & inflammatory skin conditions. Avoid in pregnancy. Do not use in high doses it is narcotic slows circulation. Do not use with babies or young children. Avoid with Endometriosis and Estrogen dependent cancers. Avoid with liver damage.

Aromatherapy / Home Use

Circulatory, Muscle & Skeletal system:  Palpitations, Heart disease, Muscular Aches & Pains, Rheumatism.

Digestive:  Flatulence, Cramp, Colic, Indigestion.

Respiratory:  Dry irritable Coughs, Whooping cough, Bronchitis, Catarrh,

Immune: Colds.

Genito-urinary System: Menstrual cramps, Speeds Delivery/Birth, Aphrodisiac, promotes Breast milk.

General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations

• Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
• Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
• People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
• Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.

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