Dill weed (domestic), c/s

Dill weed (domestic), c/s (647)

Scientific Name: Anethum graveolens
Umbelliferae

AKA: Garden dill, dilly, dill seed, dill weed
Parts Used: seeds, essential oil, leaves
Active Compounds:carvone, flavonoids, coumarins, triterpenes, xanthones

Background: This is an aromatic herb that is grown all over the world. It's often used as a cooking spice. In Greece, people once placed dill over their eyes to help them fall asleep. Ancient documents from Egypt call for dill to be used as a pain reliever. In witchcraft, Dill has been used to prevent thunder and clear storms. This was done by burning the plant.

Applications: Antiflatulent/Antispasmodic/Diuretic

Dill weed is primarily a remedy for digestive problems.

Digestion: Dill weed is an antispasmodic that relieves cramping and relieves stomach pain.

Gas: Dill weed's antispasmodic effects help to relieve bloating and gas.

Diuretic: The diuretic properties of dill can help to relieve symptoms associated with cough and cold.

Women's Health: Dill can help to reduce the pain of menstruation. It also increases breast milk production. In addition, when nursing mothers use dill they can reduce the symptoms of colic in their babies.

Description:
Dill is an aromatic annual plant. It gorws to about 30 inches high. The leaves of the plant are feathery and it flowers with yellow buds. It is picked in the summer for use in cooking.

Dill Dosage:
The leaves of the plant can be added to food for flavor and a digestive aid.

As an infusion, infuse 1-2 teaspoons of Dill seed with 1 cup of boiling water for 15 minutes. Take before meals to reduce gas.

As a tincture, 1-2 ml, 3 times a day.

Safety:
Don't take dill in the form of an essential oil unless you are supervised by a health professional. Consult your health care provider before beginning use of any herb.

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For educational purposes only
This Dill information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.