Dill oil

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   Benefits:

Key benefits of dill oil include Anti spasmodic, digestive, carminative, disinfectant, sedative, galactogogue, sudorific and stomachic.

·         Instructions for use:

This essential oil can be used to aid digestion, protection against infections and chuck out anxiety. It can also be applied as vulnerary for healing internal and external wounds quickly. It is necessary to determine an appropriate does of dill essential oil. The quantity of dose depends on patient’s age, health condition and some other such factors.

·         History and Additional Information

It is also popular with an alternative name as “Indian dill” originated from Southwest Asian region. Dill is a biennial or annual herb that is harvested upon its growth up to one meter. It contains green fluffy leaves with yellow flowers and minute compacted seeds. Dill was popular among Greeks, Romans and Egyptians as “Anethon”. Anethon then became the origin of its botanical name. However, the common name has been derived from “Anglo-Saxon dylla”. The key reasons behind naming this herb as dylla were its comforting properties. History shows that during middle ages, it has been used as a allure against witchcraft.

·        Details

Botanical Name: Anthem Graveolens

English Name: Dill seeds

Common Name: Suva, Suwa

Plant part: Seeds

Place of Origin: Southwest Asia

·        Characteristics

Odor/smell: Dill essential oil has grass like sweet smell

Color: Pale yellow

Flavor: Pungent

·         Safety Precautions for this Essential Oil

If you intend to enjoy dill oil benefits and uses then it’s necessary to apportion a specific dose according to your health and age.