Star Anise (Karan Phool)

Description Star anise has a good nutritional profile. While it has negligible amounts of carbohydrates, fats, and calories, it’s rich in minerals and potent bioactive compounds The chemical analysis of this well-known spice shows that it contains good amounts of different macro and microelements, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, copper, iron, and manganese. However, the most important components of this spice are its powerful chemicals. These are responsible for many of the health benefits of star anise. Studies show that these bioactive compounds belong to different phytochemical groups like flavonoids, polyphenols, terpenes, alkaloids, steroids, and tannins.