The healing power of dil
Dill is an herb known worldwide for its distinctive aroma and, to a lesser extent, for its many medicinal properties. This plant is native to India and Southeast Asia. The binomial name of this plant is Anethum graveolens, and is part of the family Apiaceae.
With a maximum height can reach up to 1.30 meters., Dill leaves have very thin and dark green. It also produces very small fruits brown (about 5 mm). The flowers of this plant also have medicinal properties, such as seeds.
One of the most important medicinal properties of dill is its power to stimulate secretion, very useful against flatulence and gas. It is recommended equally in cases of flatulence, gastrointestinal spasms as, menstrual cramps, burns, skin ulcerations and excellent antiseptic power. Dill, moreover, is composed of essential oils rich in substances that facilitate numerous cases of digestive problems.
Among the healing recipes that can be prepared with dill infusion of this plant is one of the simplest. You have to boil a liter of water per 20 seeds of dill. For digestive problems, drink 3 cups per day of this infusion. Dill seeds are also a very good deed for external use. It has a softening effect when applied on burns and boils. Seeds should be heated with oil (one tablespoon of seeds per pint of olive oil). Leave on low heat for an hour, and apply warm.
From Dill can also be a tincture to improve digestive function. To mix 200 cc of alcohol 60o and 40 gr. dill. Dissolve a teaspoon in a cup of tea or coffee and take before meals.