Would you like to add a little flair to your food? Dill in particular is a great herb that can be added to flavor foods without over powering the main dish. Dill (Anethum graveolens) adds a subtle yet savory zest to many foods but it’s also known for its vast array of health benefits. The Greek and Roman cultures believed dill was a sign of wealth and status due to its healing properties. Some ancient soldiers turned to burnt dill seeds to help wounds heal faster. Today, we know that dill can help reduce inflammation, regulate insulin levels, and maybe even prevent certain cancers. The green herb, roots, and seeds are all used medicinally. Dill seeds are considered to be a good source of antioxidants and its essential oils can help soothe the digestive system. Researchers have reported that the root of the common spice contains numerous phytochemicals that have antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic properties. However, the most used part of the dill is the green herb, which also contains many health benefits.
According to The National Center for Biotechnology Information, monoterpenes, like those found in dill, have been shown to help prevent a slew of cancers ranging from lung, breast, pancreatic and liver. It’s believed these essential oils may play a role in treating leukemia and is often referred to as a “chemoprotective” food much like parsley.
Dill is high in calcium and therefore, has been touted as an ideal way to protect against bone loss, mainly incurred after menopause. Incorporating more of this herb in your diet may boost bone mineral density, safeguarding bones from injury and ensuring proper growth.
Dill has been shown to aid in keeping inflammation at bay. As such, it appears in many recipes where it’s added to fish (typically salmon) or put on top of vegetables. Cooking with dill can help ease the symptoms of arthritis, gout and even rheumatoid arthritis.
The essential oils in dill are also known to stimulate the secretion of bile and digestive juices, helping to keep your digestive system on track. Furthermore, its oils stimulate the intestine in such a way so that bowel movements are easier, easing constipation difficulties as well as keeping gas buildup at bay.
Dill can also help improve insomnia. In addition to helping with digestion, dill’s essential oils have been shown to have a calming effect. The flavonoids and vitamin-B complex in the oils activate certain hormones that have such an effect, acting as a sedative that can help people sleep more soundly.
Studies have also shown that dill can regulate insulin levels, helping people with diabetes manage their lifestyle somewhat easier. It’s thought that the herb keeps lipid and insulin levels steady.
Lastly, Hippocrates, the father of medicine, used dill to keep mouths clean. He even apparently had a recipe for a dill mouthwash.
Therefore, dill is perfect for everything from soups to salmon and contains many health benefits.
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Dill the Medicinal Herb That Should be Eaten More - Keeps Inflammation Away & Even Cleans Mouth
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