Star anise may firm up and energize the skin, resulting in a youthful glow and fewer blemishes. The star-shaped pods contain collagen, a protein naturally occurring in muscles, bones, the digestive system, and tendons. Collagen keeps skin firm and wrinkle-free, but as we age, our body produces less and less. Consuming foods containing collagen may help slow the aging process, keeping skin tighter and more youthful.

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