Rich in Nutrients
Top 1 in Top 9 Health Benefits of Anise Seed
Though anise seed is used in modest amounts, each serving contains a substantial amount of numerous critical micronutrients. Anise seed, in particular, is high in iron, which is necessary for the creation of healthy blood cells in the body. It also has a trace of manganese, a mineral that functions as an antioxidant and is required for metabolism and development. One tablespoon (7 grams) of anise seed provides approximately:
- Calories: 23
- Protein: 1 gram
- Fat: 1 gram
- Carbs: 3 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Iron: 13% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)
- Manganese: 7% of the RDI
- Calcium: 4% of the RDI
- Magnesium: 3% of the RDI
- Phosphorus: 3% of the RDI
- Potassium: 3% of the RDI
- Copper: 3% of the RDI
However, keep in mind that most recipes will likely call for less than a tablespoon.
