This is a plant native to Mediterranean and Black Sea regions. It is now cultivated all over the world, and its name comes from the Saxon word meaning “to lull”. It has a calming effect on the digestive system and provides the active ingredient in gripe water. It is the seeds that are mainly used herbally.
Medicinal Properties of Dill
The herb contains a variety of compounds including coumarins, volatile oil, flavanoids and zanthone derivatives. The oil is 30%-60% carvone. The herb is carminative (wind relieving), anti-spasmodic, and a stomach tonic.
Dill Herbal Remedies
Historically dill has been used to treat a number of conditions including:
Aerophagy (constant desire to swallow air)
Colic
Flatulence
Halitosis
Indigestion
Sluggish lactation (improves the flow of breast milk)
Other Dill Information
Dill seeds are available and can be used infused to make a cup of tea. Gripe water is also available for use with babies suffering colic. The herb is often added to fish dishes and salads to add flavour and aid digestion.
Side Effects of Dill
At the time of writing there are no well known side effects, drug interactions or contra-indications from eating dill.
The information available on this system is not a substitute for diagnosis and advice from your qualified practitioner. You must always consult an appropriate specialist in order to address your personal requirements.
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