Not everyone knows, but dill is not an ordinary seasoning that grows in any garden, but a real... plant of love! The ancient Greeks gave fragrant wreaths of dill to their chosen ones, the Persian physician Avicenna recommended the miracle herb to men at night to maintain strength, and in the Middle Ages dill was simply in great demand. Monks used dill oil and juice to suppress forbidden desires. And who will now say that dill is just a banal spice for sauerkraut?
It is still unknown where the first dill bush grew - in India, Persia (Iran) or Ancient Egypt. The keepers of the pyramids wrote about the miracle dill on their papyri, the Greeks gave it pride of place in their festivals and rituals, and in the Middle Ages dill became a full-fledged medicine.
It is not known for certain when the native and beloved dill appeared in Rus' - official data call it the 15th century, but some researchers are sure: dill was already mentioned in recipes in manuscripts of the 11th century. Be that as it may, today dill plantings can be found not just in every garden, but also on many balconies and city window sills - which means we can fully enjoy all the benefits of the plant, which was so extolled by the great doctors of antiquity.
Dill, like any self-respecting spice, is a real treasure trove of valuable substances: ascorbic acid, vitamins B, P and PP, calcium, magnesium, iron, essential acids, essential oils and much, much more.
Since ancient times, dill infusions and decoctions have been used to treat all kinds of problems with the gastrointestinal system. Cramps, flatulence, diarrhea and constipation, pain and stomach cramps - in all these cases, a fragrant guest from the garden will help. The plant soothes the gastric mucosa, normalizes digestion, and helps breakdown products quickly get out of the body.
The usual decoction recipe: table. a spoonful of dried dill per half liter of water. Leave for at least an hour, drink half a glass three times a day.
But not only an irritated stomach and capricious intestines are treated by aromatic dill - its beneficial properties are very unusual and varied. “Helps eyes obscured by darkness” - this is what the medieval doctor and poet Odo of Mena wrote about the inconspicuous herb, and modern doctors only confirm this.
At night blindness and simply weakened eyesight, dill juice in combination with carrot juice 1:5 will help (150-180 ml on an empty stomach in the morning). If conjunctivitis has worsened or eye inflammation has begun, you can rinse with an infusion of finely chopped dill. And tired after have a long day behind the monitor, your eyes will appreciate cotton swabs with a fragrant decoction (5-8 grams of herb per glass).
The most healing part of dill bushes is the seeds; they are actively used in folklore and even official medicine(the antispasmodic anetine is made from the fragrant seeds).
If you have stored up dried dill seeds since the summer, their beneficial properties will be useful at any time of the year. Like green dill sprigs, the seeds treat a sore stomach, stop fermentation and relieve pain, and are also an excellent diuretic. For hypertensive patients, dill decoction will help normalize blood pressure, and for those who have contracted bronchitis, it will relieve wet cough. The seeds cleanse the lungs and bronchi, thin out nasty mucus, which is why some doctors recommend dill even for asthma.
Dill fruits are a safe sedative: if nervous overload prevents you from relaxing and falling asleep, dill seeds will help - their uses are truly varied.
In the morning, dill seeds can also be an excellent healer: the legendary cucumber pickle helps with a hangover thanks to dill: it relieves headaches, removes toxins, and soothes the stomach irritated by alcohol. And so, universal treatment For a hangover, don’t drink, especially since alcohol causes harm and costs.
And this is what dill seeds look like...
Despite all their versatility, dill seeds are especially useful for women - their benefits and harms were sung by ancient healers. A decoction of seeds normalizes menstrual cycle, helps with the most unpleasant manifestations of the so-called PMS - helps curb temper, smoothes out mood swings.
During diets, dill seeds are also an excellent help for beautiful ladies. A decoction of aromatic dill fruits normalizes metabolism and cleanses the body, relieves flatulence (the delicate consequences of a cabbage-bean diet), and helps eliminate constipation.
And for young mothers, dill medicine is simply irreplaceable! Ancient doctors recommended a decoction of this plant to enhance lactation, and today this remedy is still effective and popular. Dill seeds for newborns are also used by many mothers - there are many topics devoted to the famous “dill water” on the forums. Fragrant decoction - soft, but effective remedy against stomach colic and capricious baby tummy. A little secret: for such a medicine they use not garden, but pharmaceutical dill(simply fennel), the effect of garden weed is several times lower. The recipe is simple: pour a liter hot water table. spoon of pharmaceutical seeds and boil over low heat for 10 minutes. Cool, strain and give the baby a teaspoon after feeding.
Another dill treasure is its essential oil. Real expensive dill leaf oil has an absolutely wonderful aroma - fresh, spicy and slightly sweet.
This oil not only absorbed all the most valuable properties simple dill - in psychotherapy it is worth its weight in gold. Many experts prescribe it for constant nervous overload, as an “ambulance” for stress, and also when working with children to remove anxiety and unreasonable fears.
Essential dill oil is also popular in cosmetology: in winter, you can add a few drops to your favorite oils and lotions - this will relieve the skin of your hands and face from dryness and irritation after frost. Or you can simply wash your face with water and oil - this also perfectly nourishes the skin and saturates it with vitamins.
It’s not just that it’s valued folk medicine dill - its benefits and harms have been carefully studied over many years. Decoctions and infusions from seeds and fragrant twigs are mild and quite safe medicines, and dill oil is a simply unique product: it does not cause discomfort skin, is actively used in cooking and applied internally.
But there are two categorical prohibitions on the active use of dill in medical purposes– hypotension and pregnancy. Medicines made from dill herb lower blood pressure, so in chronic hypotensive patients they can easily provoke nausea, dizziness and fainting. During pregnancy, dill can cause muscle spasms and increase the tone of the uterus.
But this does not mean that you need to give up the delicious seasoning in your favorite dishes - another sprig of dill “for flavor” will never hurt!
Fragrant umbrellas and sprigs of dill - this is the seasoning without which it is impossible to imagine traditional Russian cuisine: new potatoes with butter, pickled cucumbers, sauerkraut, autumn vegetable salads, rich soups...
The most delicious and healthy dill for your kitchen - it's fresh. It can be stored in the refrigerator for no more than 4 days, but you can easily extend its shelf life by a week - to do this, wrap the branches in a wet cloth and pack them in a bag. Vinegar will help restore freshness to slightly wilted leaves - just leave the seasoning in acidified water for a few minutes.
If you don’t trust the greenhouse store-bought dill, then you can prepare your own country dill for the winter. Little advice: the popular “salted dill” does not completely retain all its beneficial properties, therefore best way– dry or freeze fragrant branches.
Dill seeds are varied biochemical composition. They contain substances that are important for the full functioning of our body. Vitamins and minerals can help maintain health, strengthen it, and quickly cope with certain diseases. Dill seed contains vitamins B, A, C, essential oils, flavonoids, carotene, nitrogen compounds, magnesium, iron, manganese, calcium, etc.
Dill seed is widely used in traditional medicine recipes. Its rich composition helps correct problems in the cardiovascular, digestive, hematopoietic and urinary systems.
Dill seeds are a diuretic. Therefore, they can be used to eliminate some problems with the kidneys and bladder.
Due to the bactericidal properties of the fruit, it is prevented inflammatory processes in the genitourinary system.
Dill seeds are used to treat cough and bronchitis. The product has a bronchodilator effect, thins mucus, and helps remove it from the respiratory tract faster.
enjoy folk remedies During pregnancy you need to be very careful. It is important to consult your doctor and get his approval. Only after that should you consume anything.
Dill seed helps the expectant mother
Dill fruits can stimulate lactation. Therefore, they are effective for breastfeeding women. The infusion is taken in small quantities several times a day.
Colic bothers many newborns. And you don’t always want to use pharmaceutical drugs. In addition, they are not always at hand. And dill water has been known for a long time.
The fruits of the plant stimulate the release of accumulated gases, help proper operation stomach and intestines of the child, suppress putrefactive processes and calm the baby.
Long-term use of dill fruits will not bring the desired health improvement. Large portions of seeds are also harmful to health. Possible side effects:
One hundred grams of dill fruits is 305 kcal. Let's calculate calorie content in common measures.
| Item name | Quantity per 100 grams of product | % of daily requirement |
| Vitamins | ||
| A (RE) | 3 mcg | 0,3 |
| PP (niacin equivalent) | 2.807 mg | 14 |
| B1 (thiamine) | 0.418 mg | 27,9 |
| B2 (riboflavin) | 0.284 mg | 15,8 |
| B6 (pyridoxine) | 0.25 mg | 12,5 |
| B9 (folic acid) | 10 mcg | 2,5 |
| C (ascorbic acid) | 21 mg | 23,3 |
| Minerals (macro- and microelements) | ||
| Calcium | 1516 mg | 152 |
| Magnesium | 256 mg | 64 |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1,5 |
| Potassium | 1186 mg | 47,4 |
| Phosphorus | 277 mg | 34,6 |
| Iron | 16.33 mg | 90,7 |
| Zinc | 5.2 mg | 43,3 |
| Copper | 780 mcg | 78 |
| Manganese | 1.833 mg | 91,6 |
| Selenium | 12.1 mcg | 22 |
As can be seen from the tables, dill seed is an additional source of many vitamins, micro- and macroelements. This unpretentious product is able to satisfy a person’s daily need for certain minerals.
The ancient physician Dioscorides used the herb and dill seeds to treat eye diseases, the medieval Crato to treat cataracts, and the Salerno school used them as a carminative.
Avicenna advised using them for hiccups and for better lactation, the ash from them was used for treatment non-healing wounds, and recommended the dried plant to men to relieve stress and increase male strength (for women, according to the ancient doctor, this plant helps to relax).
These are just a few well-known examples from history, in reality, greens and dill seeds, the use of which by the ancients was very wide, were used by both medieval and ancient doctors, and possibly even more ancient ones, although there is no reliable evidence about this yet.
And in our time, it has not been ignored: both official and folk medicine know and use dill in their recipes. Among the people, it has found many uses: it is a carminative, a sedative, and a diuretic - a whole list of diseases can be cured with one herb according to folk recipes.
The plant did not become so popular out of nowhere - its composition is rich in various useful and interesting components, including essential oil, micro- and macroelements.
Greens and dill seeds contain a large dose of vitamin C, vitamins B1, P and PP, flavonoids, nitrogenous compounds and carotene, macro- and microelements (calcium, potassium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, zinc, copper, iron, sodium) , proteins, essential oil. In addition, the seeds, as part of the essential oil, contain necessary for a person acids: palmitic, oleic and linoleic.
In folk medicine, medicinal infusions and decoctions of herbs and seeds are prepared from this plant. The benefits of dill seeds are undeniable: infusion and decoction of them reduce blood pressure, treat cystitis and enuresis, cope with conjunctivitis, gases in the intestines, and act as an expectorant and anti-inflammatory agent. They are effective in treating insomnia and hiccups, constipation and stomach colic. In folk medicine, infusions and decoctions of dill seeds are used to treat heartburn, heart pain, cleanse blood vessels and strengthen nerves. Dill seeds are a lifesaver for a newborn and his parents: they are used to make “ dill water"To relieve colic in a baby.
Here are some simple and effective recipes that can be easily prepared at home:
Wine balm for sound sleep and good bowel function: dill seeds, 10 tablespoons, pour 750 ml. wine (one bottle). It is advisable to take good wine, or homemade.
The wine with seeds should be cooked in a water bath over low heat for 15 minutes, then put in a dark place to infuse for a week. The last stage of preparation is straining through a fine strainer.
Drink 30 ml of the resulting balm daily before bed (a vodka glass is well suited for this - there are even glasses whose capacity is strictly 30 ml). The same balm normalizes blood pressure well.
In official medicine, only the fruits of dill (Anethi graveolentis fructus) are used. As a result of research, dill seeds have been used as an antispasmodic, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, choleretic and carminative. This good remedy for milk production in young mothers.
The infusion has a hypotensive effect, that is, it can lower blood pressure. Treatment with dill and its seeds is carried out for flatulence, constipation, colic, and also, together with other plants, it is used in the treatment of inflammation of the upper respiratory tract.
In the form adverse reaction allergies may occur. In addition, the drug should be used with caution by those who are sick arterial hypotension. Also, fragrant dill should not be taken during pregnancy.
Method of preparing the infusion according to the modern official recipe medical science It is quite complicated and requires at least an hour. To get 200 ml ready-made infusion(this is enough for 1 day), you will need 2 tbsp. dill fruits and 200 ml of hot boiled water. Steam in an enamel bowl with a lid.
Seeds of fragrant dill are poured into a container and poured hot water. In a boiling water bath, stirring constantly, heat the infusion for 15 minutes. Then remove from heat, cool (for 45 minutes), filter, and squeeze out the fruits. Add boiled water to what is left so that you end up with 200 ml (one glass). Ready medicinal infusion take 3-4 times a day, 1/3 cup. This infusion of seeds can be stored for no more than two days in a cool, dry and dark place.
In folk medicine, unlike official medicine, there are several methods of preparation: decoctions and infusions of both herbs and seeds are used. But it is useful to keep in mind the following, this applies to any herbs, bark of shrubs and trees, fruits and seeds. To understand how to brew dill seed correctly, you need to remember these rules.
The general rule on how to prepare a plant, in the form of an infusion or in the form of a decoction, is as follows: the leaves, flowers and stems of the plant are infused, and the fruits or seeds are boiled (since many seeds are in a hard shell, and more exposure is needed to extract from them useful substances). However, we are talking about dill, which contains up to 5% essential oil. Under the influence of boiling, many useful substances simply evaporate.
As can be seen from this list, dill seed has limited contraindications:
Dill seeds have also been used as a raw material for the preparation of essential oil. Essential oils are very concentrated substances. A 5 ml bottle of oil contains beneficial and medicinal properties a huge number of plants. Therefore, therapeutic doses are very small - literally a few drops, from 2-3 to 10-15.
Not every essential oil can be taken orally, but they are actively studied by scientists and practicing aromatherapists, so information about each is on specialized forums and in good books you can find a lot. At correct use oils can heal very quickly: if time therapeutic effect infusions or decoctions from plants - several months, then the effect of essential oil is counted in weeks. But if there is an error with the dosage or the oil itself, you can get zero effect, or even feel unwell.
Dill essential oil is made from fennel (Anethum graveolens) and sweet fennel (Foeniculum vulgare var. Dulce). The latter is also called pharmaceutical dill or sweet dill.
An annual or biennial plant, its oil calms, relieves shock and tension, and helps cope with shocks. Like many other oils, it has a complex effect on several systems of the body: it treats hiccups and stagnation of mucus in the bronchi, flatulence, and helps with menstrual irregularities. Dill oil has a mild diuretic, carminative effect, relieves colic, abdominal pain and constipation. It is also a strong disinfectant.
According to some reports, the essential oil of this plant enhances lactation (dill seeds have the same properties).
Dill oil is actively used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetology: as a component of moisturizing (for dry or sagging skin) and brightening cosmetics, as a means for healing wounds.
This is a perennial plant with similar properties - according to research, it has a carminative, diuretic, antiseptic, expectorant, cleansing and antispasmodic effect.
Its EO helps with calluses, it can be used to increase the elasticity of the abdomen, bust and hips, to treat cellulite (but not on its own, but in combination with oils from other plants). Perfect for caring for sagging, dry, aging skin, smoothes wrinkles, helps with dry and dehydrated skin.
Its claimed effect on the body is much broader than that of dill (or perhaps this oil has been better studied): it affects the digestive, lymphatic, respiratory, genitourinary, reproductive and musculoskeletal systems. Dill water from it helps with colic in babies and is good for pustules on the face.
The only obstacle in dealing with essential oils (not counting contraindications) is their strong smell. From this point of view, dill seed exhibits its beneficial properties “more carefully” - the odor of decoctions and infusions is soft, light and unobtrusive.
Women have not ignored dill in preserving beauty. The components of this plant are included in many industrial cosmetics, and greens and seeds - both fresh and dry - are successfully used in the form of masks, decoctions, infusions - toning, refreshing, tightening pores, brightening the skin.
Decoction: dill seeds, 2 tablespoons, pour 2 glasses of water and boil over low heat for about 10 minutes. Then they filter and squeeze. Cool the resulting broth and wash it in the evenings. After it, a nourishing cream goes well.
Perfect for those with dry skin. Once prepared, it can be stored for no longer than 2 days.
Dill seeds are very useful for a newborn baby - “dill water” is prepared from them. Excellent product for colic, has been known for many years: grandmothers and great-grandmothers already used it, and it does not lose its popularity now that many modern medicines have appeared.
You can buy this water ready-made in state pharmacies, but it is easy to make. It is easy to prepare at home. The important thing to know here is that it is prepared from the seeds of dill, otherwise known as fennel. Not from the dill that is cut into salads - although it can also be used, the effect will be, but weaker.
The easiest way to prepare a decoction at home is 1 tsp. seeds is poured with hot water and boiled over low heat for about 10 minutes. Then it should be cooled to room temperature, strained, and you can give the child 1 teaspoon after feeding, 3 times a day.
There is another recipe in use among young parents. How to brew dill seeds - in the form of a decoction or make an infusion - is the choice of the parents themselves. Both work, but the difference in action can only be seen from your own experience.
An infusion of dill water is prepared as follows: 1 tsp. fennel fruit is poured with boiling water, infused for about 20 minutes, filtered, and you’re done. Give one teaspoon after feeding, two to three times a day. If there is no allergy, you can gradually increase to 6 times a day.
The benefits of dill seeds are slightly reduced due to their short action - they “work” for 15-20 minutes, but this time should be enough for the child to feel better.
This kind of water needs to be prepared fresh for every day; its shelf life is only two days. You can wipe your face with the rest of the dill water; such a “wash” will refresh your facial skin and moisturize it.
In the pharmacy they make this water with essential oil - this can also be prepared at home, but it is a little more complicated.
Marinades and brines with dill – known remedy from a hangover, this is where dill seed demonstrates its beneficial properties to the fullest and without any compromises.
Of course, the fact that the brines contain other herbs and spices also helps the “treatment” - often bay leaf and garlic, horseradish, peppers. In the end it turns out the best folk medicine– everyone knows about it, everyone can use it, and, most importantly, there are no side effects.
Chemical properties
Green stems and leaves help reduce blood pressure and have a beneficial effect on the nervous and cardiovascular systems. Dill extract is used to relieve insomnia, nervousness and coronary insufficiency. The tincture is used to treat angina and hypertension.
The benefits and harms of dill have been proven repeatedly. If abused, the product dilates blood vessels, which should be taken into account by people with low blood pressure. Doctors warn that the fruits have negative impact on the bladder. It is widely used in medicine to treat diabetes, pancreas, anemia and secretory function. The combination of iron and magnesium has a healing effect on blood circulation. Dill juice is considered excellent disinfectant.
Repeated studies have shown that infusions and extracts of the plant help clear the bronchi of phlegm. The low calorie content of the product allows it to be used in dietary dishes. For 100 gr. accounts for only 31 kcal. It can also be added to baby food. Daily consumption will prevent gas formation and help the rapid breakdown of fats.
Alternative medicine recommends for skin diseases consume dill. Benefits and harms are not equal. Greens only bring benefits to humans. In cosmetology, essential oil is added to creams and colognes. A decoction of the fruit is useful for pregnant and lactating women.
The benefits and harms of dill for human health
The most popular and widespread seasoning all over the world is dill. South Asia is considered the homeland of its wild brother. In our country, this picky greenery can be found in almost any garden. It is actively used for culinary and medicinal purposes. An aromatic, tasty, vitamin-rich spice not only decorates any dish, but also benefits our body. The benefits and harms of dill have been studied for centuries.
Chemical properties
All parts of this plant can be eaten. Dill juice is rich ascorbic acid– Vitamin C protects the body from cancer and viral diseases. It is also responsible for the youth and beauty of the skin. Greens contain a lot of organic acids, namely nicotinic acid(PP), which normalizes metabolism.
Vitamin PP saturates our cells with oxygen, dilates blood vessels, lowers bad cholesterol and promotes blood coagulation. The benefits and harms of dill have a scientific explanation. Greens are contraindicated in case of individual intolerance and hypotension (low blood pressure). Now about the benefits: it has been proven that this spice contains iron, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, and potassium. Without these microelements it is impossible normal operation internal organs.
Dill seeds are 68% oleic acid (Omega-9), which has a beneficial effect on the processing of carbohydrates and fats, as well as metabolism. In addition, they contain a huge amount of vitamins A, E, D. Healthy essential oil, which is rich in carvone, is obtained from green fruits. This spicy substance helps fight radicals. The benefits of dill for human health are enormous; it can be consumed fresh, frozen, salted and dried.
The benefits and harms of dill for the treatment of gastrointestinal tract
Dill water has long relieved colic and flatulence in the stomach, especially in young children. Even now, many mothers make such infusions for their babies. Decoctions from seeds will help cope with putrefactive bacteria in intestinal tract. Doctors advise using valuable green oil for biliary diseases and hemorrhoids. Essential oil promotes the production of digestive enzymes and normalizes liver function. This unique plant does not have any side effects.
The benefits and harms of dill have been proven repeatedly. If the product is abused
Benefits and harms are not equal. Greens only bring benefits to humans. In cosmetology, essential oil is added to creams and colognes. A decoction of the fruit is useful for pregnant and lactating women.
Where else, besides cooking, is dill used?
Dill is very popular all over the world and is grown almost everywhere.
Dill belongs to the Umbelliferae family. The plant is an annual plant, and its random growth occurs due to the fall of seeds in the fall. The height of a dill bush can be more than a meter. Openwork dill leaves are used for food, and umbrellas with seeds are used for pickles.
Dill is an unpretentious plant, grows everywhere and requires minimal care.
Central Asia is considered the homeland of dill, but today it has spread almost throughout the world with the exception of Australia and Antarctica. Now dill is grown as cultivated plant, increasing the density of leaves.
There is no harm to dill as such if you know when to use it in moderation.
Dill can harm the body only if consumed in excess. In this case, you may feel a loss of strength, fatigue, pain in the stomach and intestines.
If you don’t eat dill in unlimited quantities, it won’t do any harm.
But it’s hard to imagine that anyone would think of eating this plant in bunches, so there’s no need to worry that dill will be harmful. But there are a number of contraindications.
There are not many contraindications, but they do exist:
Soothing and anti-inflammatory infusion. Take a tablespoon of dill seeds, crush or grind them into powder. Pour boiling water over the powder and leave for 15 minutes and strain through 4 layers of gauze. Consume a glass of dill, spread over the day if necessary, to speed up urination.
The same infusion as an anti-inflammatory agent should be drunk 15 minutes before meals.
Remedy against acne . Take half a tablespoon of dried chamomile flowers and dill seeds and pour a glass of boiling water.
Boil it for another 5 minutes and strain. Cool the broth and wipe it on the skin affected by acne.
Having compared the benefits and harms of dill, we can conclude that this spice is suitable for use by almost everyone. The main thing is to know when to stop.
Dill has been used as food since ancient times. This culture is indispensable in cooking, ideal as a seasoning for salads and meat dishes.
Since ancient times, there has been a tradition of boiling crayfish with dill. Interestingly, this plant adds zest to any fish dishes. In addition, it is considered one of the most unpretentious, it can even be grown on a windowsill.
Dill is a real storehouse of vitamins and minerals, this largely determines its health benefits. The plant is rich in ascorbic acid, tocopherol, beta-carotene, vitamins A, B, PP.
The complex of mineral elements is also impressive, it includes:
Regulates the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, with its help, fatty and heavy foods, meat, and fried foods are better digested.
Moreover, this type of greenery provides a “two in one” effect - it improves the taste of the dish and at the same time has a beneficial effect on the digestion process.
With dill you can forget about colic, spasms, and flatulence. And its calorie content is only 38 Kcal, which is important for those who are on a diet.
Relieves painful conditions due to stress, calms, normalizes sleep, helps improve metabolism.
The plant is indispensable for the fair sex: it has positive influence on the menstrual cycle, smoothes emotional swings during menstruation.
For strong half For humanity, dill is useful - it strengthens male strength and potency.
Attention! Dill is useful for almost everyone, but there are also contraindications. It can be harmful, cause allergies in infants, and sharply reduce blood pressure during hypotension.
Therefore, when used in medicinal purposes It is worth consulting with a specialist.
Not everyone knows why dill seeds help. Medicines containing this ingredient have antispasmodic, choleretic, sedative, analgesic, and lactogonic properties.
For what diseases and functional disorders A decoction of seeds helps:
Thus, the beneficial effect of dill on the human body is obvious.
Important! The seeds should be used with caution for stones in the kidneys and bile ducts.
At home, water and alcohol infusions are made with dill.
Here are some recipes:
The seeds are ground; an electric coffee grinder is best suited for this. You can do this for future use.
The prepared raw materials in the amount of 1 tablespoon are poured with boiling water, one glass is enough.
It is better to cover the broth with a steaming plate on top and leave for 15 minutes. Take 0.5 cups before meals 3 times a day.
Dill combines harmoniously with others medicinal plants– chamomile, anise, caraway seeds, barley, hop cones.
Herbs and crushed seeds are infused in alcohol or vodka. The cooking recipe is identical.
A small bunch of about 3 grams of dried raw materials is placed in a glass container, filled with 1 liter of vodka or alcohol, and left for 5-7 days in a dark place.
After this, the tincture must be strained. It keeps well.
Attention! To properly brew dill, it is crushed. The greens need to be finely chopped, the seeds should be driven through a coffee grinder.
Dill can be dried naturally, oven or microwave. It is important to do this correctly so as not to end up with a yellow, unappetizing mass.
The easiest way is to dry it on fresh air. To do this, prepare it - wash it, remove roots and dried twigs, tie it into bundles small size, then hang it on a rope.
The place for this should be dry and cool. After this, you can forget about dill for two weeks. The finished spice is placed in a sealed package and sent for storage.
If it is not possible to dry the herbs in open space , you can do this in the oven.
No need to heat it up high temperature, +45 °C is enough. The greens are laid out on a baking sheet in an even layer. Drying time is about 2 hours.
Happy microwave oven owners can use this useful device to dry dill. To do this, cover the rotary disk with a clean cloth.
Distribute a small amount of raw material, cover the top with a cloth, and turn on the device for 3-4 minutes at maximum power level.
The seeds are dried in the same way.
Attention! There are several reasons why dill turns yellow. Most often this happens if it is dried in direct sunlight.
For long-term storage, dill can be frozen. Only young greens will do.
It is washed, dried, crushed, placed in bags or containers, then placed in the freezer. Frozen spices can be stored for a very long time.
Pickled dill has advantages over frozen dill. It retains all the beneficial substances of fresh herbs, even its bright aroma.
For pickling, the greens are sorted, peeled, washed, and dried.. Then it needs to be crushed.
The finished raw materials are placed in a bowl or basin, covered with salt, proportion 1:4 (one glass of regular table salt per 1 kg of dill).
The greens are ground and placed in sterilized jars. You can store it in a dry place, on the shelves of a closet.
After dill is processed, umbrella inflorescences remain. They can be used for pickling by adding to jars with canned cucumbers and tomatoes.
Along with the leaves black currant, cherries, horseradish and allspice peas. At the same time, the brine acquires a unique, pronounced, pleasant taste.
Almost everyone recognizes the pleasant aroma of dill. There is hardly a person unfamiliar with this fragrant greenery. We use it in salads, sauces, and soups. Its taste is refreshing and adds piquancy to the dish. But not everyone knows that this plant is a “green doctor”. People have noticed its medicinal properties since ancient times, and to this day they are widely used in the fight against various ailments. Huge number vitamins make this cultivated plant useful, and its pleasant aroma makes it popular. We will tell you about the benefits and harms of dill for the body so that you can make the most of it for your benefit.
Growing dill on a windowsill, even in winter, will not be any hassle. Or you can buy greens at the market. Sold fresh and dry.
The list of beneficial properties of dill is very long, here are just a few of them:
Eating it raw saturates the body with these beneficial components, making you healthy and beautiful. Improves resistance to disease and stress. This inconspicuous green plant has enormous benefits for the body.
For a woman’s body, this little helper is simply necessary. Let's look at common means for female beauty and health. In what cases and how to take it? Let's try to figure it out.
Many women suffer from menstruation disorders. This is caused for various reasons: stress, hormones, bad habits, poor nutrition, sedentary lifestyle, ecology. Dill contains flavonoid compounds and essential oil that can normalize hormonal imbalances. Dill decoction should be taken according to a certain system.
Remember! Using a decoction even from such a harmless herb can lead to undesirable consequences. Be sure to consult your doctor.
A common illness. Every woman gets thrush at least once in her life. Stress, taking antibiotics, synthetic, tight underwear can lead to this unpleasant illness. In this case, the decoction is used internally and for washing.
Another unpleasant phenomenon is cystitis in women. Occurs as a result of hypothermia, infection in the urethra. The decoction helps relieve inflammation and relieves pain.
Expectant mothers often suffer from metabolic disorders, bloating, swelling, intestinal cramps and other “delights” of pregnancy. Thanks to its magical abilities, dill improves digestion, reduces flatulence, improves metabolism, and is a mild diuretic. Some experts believe that eating fresh greens promotes good fetal development and excellent health for the mother. Folic acid as part of inconspicuous greenery, it is simply irreplaceable for healthy formation neural tube of the fetus, especially in the first trimester of pregnancy.
Dangerous! Excessive consumption of dill in food may contribute to premature birth. Be extremely careful. Consult your doctor.
How to brew a decoction correctly? It's simple. Take 1 tbsp. spoon of dill seeds and pour a glass of boiling water. Boil the mixture over low heat for another 10-15 minutes. Strain and let sit. The decoction is ready.
Carefully! Despite the medicinal properties of dill seeds, the decoction should be taken with caution by people suffering from low blood pressure, as it dilates blood vessels and, therefore, lowers blood pressure.
For inflammation of the mucous membranes of the eyes, use freshly squeezed dill juice. Soak cotton pads in juice and place on closed eyes for 10-15 minutes. This procedure perfectly relieves inflammation and disinfects. It is believed that regular lotions can even improve vision. Washing with a decoction helps relieve fatigue, and even bruises under the eyes. Plus, fresh greens improve vision due to the presence of beta-carotene.
For liver diseases, you need to use dill decoction 2-3 times a day before or after meals. This remedy is combined with drug treatment to achieve the best effect.
Important! If you are allergic to dill, you should not undergo treatment under any circumstances.
Despite the presence of so many advantages, this product should not be consumed in unlimited quantities. Allergies may develop. From large quantity This medication may cause weakness, drowsiness, and general malaise. After all, dill reduces blood pressure and is extremely dangerous for hypotensive people, people with low blood pressure.
You should definitely add dill greens to children's diet. Adding it in small quantities will benefit your baby great benefit for health. Vitamins and amino acids are simply indispensable for the full development of a growing organism. Infants You can give dill water. It will relieve flatulence and colic and help digestion.
For people suffering from diabetes, dill has the following properties:
A few recipes for insulin-dependent people:
Remember! For such a serious illness as diabetes, all procedures should be carried out exclusively in consultation with a doctor.
There are many face masks based on this product. Let's look at a few of them:
For hair growth and beauty, you should eat dill at fresh. You can rinse your hair with the decoction.
As mentioned earlier, the product we are considering improves digestion, metabolic processes. In addition, you can use some recipes directly for weight loss.
Eat dill, stock up on vitamins, be beautiful, healthy and happy!
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