Dill

Anethum graveolens

Aromatic herb with fine, aniseed-scented leaves, digestive and soothing, valued for calming colic, bloating and hiccups.

☀️ Summer

✓ Benefits

✓ Aids digestion and eases bloating
✓ Calms colic, spasms and hiccups
✓ Carminative and mildly diuretic effect
✓ Antioxidant and antibacterial
✓ Traditionally galactagogue (promotes lactation)

! Contraindications

• Not recommended at medicinal doses during pregnancy
• Possible allergy (Apiaceae family)
• Essential oil never undiluted, caution for young children
• Possible digestive irritation at very high doses

This information is provided for guidance only and is not a substitute for medical advice. In case of doubt, ongoing treatment, pregnancy or breastfeeding, seek the advice of a healthcare professional.

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