Anethole and anise oil have antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, and stimulating properties. For this reason, this oil is often used in medicine, such as in cough syrups and tablets. The essential oil of anise also has significant antioxidant activity.

The antibacterial properties of the oil are very useful against bacterial strains such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, and Corynebacterium ovis. Anethole, the predominant constituent of anise, has antimicrobial and antifungal properties, which are useful against Candida albicans and fungal strains like Alternaria, Aspergillus, Cladosporium, Fusarium, and Penicillium.

It is also effective against conditions associated with spasms, such as cramps, diarrhea, seizures, and muscle pain, due to its relaxing and antispasmodic effects. The essential oil can also relieve indigestion, flatulence, and sharp chest pain, and it aids in the elimination of excess gas in the digestive system.

People suffering from colds, coughs, and the flu may experience relief after using anise essential oil due to its decongestant effects. The oil loosens mucus in the airways and alleviates respiratory problems.

The therapeutic properties of aniseed oil are as follows:

• Antiseptic
• Antispasmodic
• Carminative
• Expectorant
• Stomachic