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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anise

Anise, like fennel, contains anethole, a phytoestrogen.

Anise is a mild antiparasitic and its leaves can be used to treat digestive problems, relieve toothache, and its essential oil to treat lice and scabies.

Anise can be used to relieve menstrual cramps.

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Where to buy anise oil?

There are a number of different stores that sell anise oil. These include Walmart and Amazon. It is also sold at health food stores.


Can you substitute anise oil for anise seed?

Yes you can. Substitute 2 teaspoons of ground anise seed for 1 teaspoon of anise extract.


What is the difference between anise oil and anise extract?

The oil is much more potent and should be used sparingly. Extracts are made with alcohol and are therefore already diluted. If a recipe calls for 1 teaspoon extract you should only use 1/4 teaspoon of the oil.


What can you substitute for anise when baking?

Fennel seed, or star anise, but you need to grind the star anise. You want something that tastes like licorice. The Star Anise is kind of expensive, it comes like 12 in a bottle, for six dollars; they look like stars. There are also liqueurs that taste like licorice, such as Pernod.


What is the birth name of Anise Fuller?

Anise Fuller's birth name is Anise Antonetta Fuller.


Is anise powder same as ground anise?

There is no such thing as Anise "powder". Ground Anise is a very fine "powderey" substance; therefore, the terms are interchangeable and the two are the same.


How do you say star anise in Bengali?

Star anise is called "চক্র ফুল" in Bengali.


What is the name of anise seed in Tamil?

Anise seed is called "sombu" in Tamil.


What does a anise swallow tail eat?

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When was Anise Koltz born?

Anise Koltz was born in 1928.


How tall is Jennifer Anise?

Jennifer Anise is 5' 3".


Can anise be frozen?

You can freeze anise bulbs for later use.