Dill is a well-known to every Russian plant, famous for its excellent taste and beneficial properties. It is used not only in cooking, but also in traditional medicine. Dill helps get rid of a variety of problems and even some diseases. That is why various teas, tinctures and decoctions are prepared on the basis of this plant.
But this does not mean at all that everyone indiscriminately should rush to the pharmacy for a wonderful medicine and use it for all diseases. Indeed, in fact, the extract of even this seemingly harmless plant has certain contraindications, which everyone should know about. Only in this way will you be able to turn yourself to the benefit of a decoction of dill, and avoid the harm from its effects.
What is rich
Dill seeds have a fairly rich chemical composition. Who would have guessed that in miniature grains of umbrellas familiar to us, components are stored that carry enormous benefits for human health.
First of all, it is worth saying that dill is rich in microelements such as magnesium, phosphorus, iron, manganese, sodium, copper, selenium, zinc, calcium, potassium. Enough, right?
Some vitamins are also present in the composition: C, A and group B. Although the vitamin C in the seeds of the plant is slightly less than in its greenery, it also contains essential oils in the grains. And they also contain palmitic, oleic and linoleic acids.
Among other things, in the seeds of dill there are flavonoids, nitrogenous elements and carotene. Here is such a rich composition has every grain of this medicinal plant.
Beneficial features
The positive qualities of this plant are a lot. Thanks to its rich composition, it bears a huge benefit. A broth of dill can also cause harm, but only with improper use and ignoring contraindications. But in general, reviews about herbal medicine are positive, and the vast majority of people still praise it.
So, what is the use of dill broth and the plant itself?
- First of all, dill is a source of many minerals and vitamins, its seeds contain a large number of essential oils, which have enormous benefits.
- This herb has a hypotensive, laxative, expectorant, diuretic effect, which is necessary in some conditions.
- It stimulates the activity of the digestive tract, stabilizes metabolic processes, promotes the expansion of blood vessels.
- The action of dill decoction is used in complex therapy for pathologies of the liver, kidneys, urinary canals, arterial hypertension and other defects.
- In addition, this plant has a bactericidal and antiseptic effect.
- Dill helps to eliminate harmful toxins and toxins from the body.
- Outwardly decoctions based on it are often used to treat all kinds of eye diseases.
- Such a tool is indispensable for colitis, flatulence, constipation.
What heals a decoction of dill
Alternative medicine most often uses the seeds of a plant as a medicine. All kinds of teas, tinctures and decoctions are prepared on their basis. The benefits and harms of dill have been well studied, and this allows you to use it to treat a variety of pathologies.
In what cases is it advisable to use this tool? Traditional medicine recommends using a dill broth for such problems:
- diseases of the digestive tract, to increase appetite, improve intestinal activity, normalize its peristalsis;
- bronchitis, as an effective expectorant;
- pathologies of the cardiovascular apparatus and headaches;
- insomnia, as a gentle sedative;
- tendency to high blood pressure;
- to calm, stabilize the nervous system;
- some diseases of the urinary system;
- bowel and gall bladder diseases;
- some ophthalmic abnormalities;
- problems with lactation in women during breastfeeding;
- age spots and freckles.
When to use
What helps a decoction of dill? Alternative medicine recommends this tool for the prevention and treatment of certain pathologies of the digestive system, for example, with acute pain in the intestines and stomach, gastritis, pancreatitis, flatulence, bloating, peptic ulcer.
In addition, many users note the strength of dill broth in the fight against pathologies of the genitourinary system, for example, with inflammation of the bladder or even with sexual deviations.
Sometimes traditional healers advise young mothers to use this plant for an accelerated rush of milk in the first days of the baby's life. In addition, it is useful to give infusion of dill to infants until they have normal functioning of the intestines and stomach.
Due to the presence in the composition of essential oils, a herbal medicine is considered an effective sedative that can be used for insomnia and stress. And some users even believe that dill and decoctions of it contribute to weight loss.
As you can see, the scope of this plant is quite large. It is only important to know how to use the product correctly, and also take into account not only its medicinal properties, but also contraindications. Dill can really help you in solving many problems, but only if you use it wisely. Keep in mind that for the treatment of a variety of diseases, the medicine should be differently made and taken.
How to cook a dill broth
In fact, to prepare a medicine it is not enough just to pour grains with water and boil. To a tablespoon of plant seeds, add a liter of boiling water, put the mixture on the stove and boil over medium heat for 5 minutes. Then the broth should be allowed to cool and strain.
A few more home remedy recipes:
- A decoction of dill with pancreatitis and pain in the stomach. Pour a teaspoon of crushed seeds of a plant with a glass of boiling water. Let the prepared medicine brew for 2-3 hours. It is necessary to take the drug half a cup 3 times during the day before each meal.
- Dill with angina pectoris. For the prevention and treatment of this defect, a teaspoon of seeds should be poured with boiling water (0.3 liters) and insisted for an hour. Then the infusion should be filtered and taken half a glass three times a day.
- Diuretic. A tablespoon of dried grains or twice as many fresh seeds pour half a liter of hot water. Allow the medicine to brew for an hour and take 1/3 cup half an hour before each meal. It is advisable to use the drug 3-4 times a day.
- Treatment with a decoction of dill insomnia. Fill 50 grams of seeds with Cahors (0.5 liters), bring to a boil and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes. Allow the medium to brew for an hour. In this case, it is advisable to wrap a jar of broth in a towel. Take prepared and strained infusion every day before bedtime, 50 ml.
- Dill with cough and bronchitis. To make an expectorant, pour a teaspoon of plant seeds into 300 ml of hot water. Build a water bath, place a container of medicine in it and boil it. Boil the broth for 10 minutes. Then let the medicine brew for half an hour, then strain. In the resulting product, add 2 tablespoons of milk and half the amount of liquid honey. Take the medicine 3 times a day for half an hour before meals.
- A decoction of dill for the face with fatigue, swelling and redness of the eyes. To eliminate such problems, you must use lotions. To make them, take a spoonful of dill seeds and mint leaves, fill them with 200 ml of water and boil. Cook the product for 10 minutes. In the end, cool, strain and proceed to the cosmetic procedure. Dampen cotton pads in a warm dill broth and place them on your eyes, leaving for 10 minutes.
- Treatment of gastritis and gall bladder. Grind the grains into powder, add a spoonful of vodka to it and pour water (0.5 liters). Boil the product, strain and take 2 tablespoons after each meal.
- How to take a decoction of dill with bloating? 4 teaspoons of beans pour boiling water, boil on the stove for 10 minutes. Then let cool, strain. It is recommended to take such a medicine 1/2 cup 3-4 times a day.
- Dill for a flush of milk during lactation. Pour a tablespoon of seeds with a glass of hot water and let it brew for 2 hours. Take the medicine you need to take half a glass 2-3 times a day.
Contraindications
The negative effect due to the use of dill decoction is observed only in cases of drug abuse and a significant excess of the recommended dosages. Doctors say the toxicity of too large volumes of herbal remedies.
First of all, hypotensive patients should take this medicine with caution - people who have a tendency to low blood pressure. In such patients, a herbal remedy can cause dizziness, weakness, and even loss of consciousness. True, it is worth saying that such side effects are possible only with the regular use of large doses of dill broth.
In combination with anise, fennel, caraway, a decoction of dill can provoke allergies in people prone to such reactions.
Often, a herbal remedy is recommended by healers to increase potency in men. Contraindications and medicinal properties of dill for the stronger sex are still poorly understood. However, it has been precisely established that too large doses of the drug can negatively affect the sexual desire of a man and slow down the process of sperm formation.
Excessive dosages of dill broth can adversely affect immunity, reducing the concentration of macrophages that break down bacteria and toxins in the focus of inflammation, if any.
The development of allergies against the background of individual intolerance to the ingredients of the drug is not ruled out. In this case, a person may experience classic symptoms: rashes, itching, burning and urticaria.
As you can see, even herbal medicine can bring both benefits and harm. Dill broth is a simple, affordable, effective tool, the use of which can save a person from all sorts of health problems. However, you should not ignore the contraindications of the medicine and think that it carries exclusively benefits. Indeed, this is not so. Only knowing the medicinal properties and contraindications of dill, you can achieve a good result in treatment. Do not abuse the beneficial qualities of this plant - it should be used only for its intended purpose. And it is best to consult a specialist before using it.
Medicine for newborns
The most common problem that haunts the baby and his mother is the gases and colic that form during the adaptation of the small organism to environmental conditions. Today in pharmacies you can buy literally any drug that promises parents a quick and effective disappearance of pain. But are these medicines so effective and, most importantly, safe, as advertisements promise? Many parents prefer to use alternative methods of solving the problem, avoiding the use of potent drugs. One of the most popular traditional medicine is considered to be a dill broth from colic and bloating. The essential oils of this plant stimulate the restoration of peristalsis, contribute to the relaxation of the intestines, due to which flatulence disappears in babies.
Only, making a decoction for infants, you should use fewer grains - just 5 grams per glass of water is enough. The baby should be given the medicine with extreme caution, starting with just one teaspoon. After each use of the product, carefully monitor the reaction of the child's body.
Use during pregnancy
Regarding women in position, they should use herbal remedies as carefully as possible and only as directed by a doctor. Although usually folk medicine positively affects the body of the expectant mother. What helps decoction of dill during pregnancy:
- prevents the development of toxicosis;
- relieves constipation;
- relaxes the nervous system, relieves insomnia;
- reduces swelling;
- saturates the body with useful trace elements.
But in order to avoid the opposite effect, the minimum dosage of the drug should be used.
Cystitis treatment
You can use a decoction of dill to eliminate the symptoms of this disease during pregnancy and during lactation. Herbal medicine has a combined effect:
- inhibits the activity of pathogens that provoke the disease;
- stops the inflammatory process, which is an invariable companion of cystitis;
- normalizes metabolic processes in cells damaged by pathogenic microflora.
It is only worth considering that it is impossible to do without broth of dill alone in the treatment of such a serious disease. It can be used as an adjuvant, but not in the role of the main treatment. Usually, the use of potent antibiotics is required to eliminate cystitis and its manifestations.
Conclusion
The beneficial properties of dill are determined by its chemical composition. This plant is saturated with a large number of microelements, vitamins, essential oils.
Dill broth can be used to prevent and treat peptic ulcer, gastritis, kidney and liver pathologies, flatulence, insomnia, and anxiety. It is often recommended to expectant mothers and newborn babies to get rid of bloating and colic.
But it is worth considering that the use of herbal medicines in excessive quantities can harm the body. So do not abuse a folk remedy.