Dill for women: benefits for the body

Dill is a unique plant, the benefits of which were noticed back in ancient times. Hippocrates prepared a decoction from its seeds to treat the digestive system, and ancient Greek poets sang the incredible rich aroma of the fragrant herb. Dill is still actively used in cooking, medicine and cosmetology.

From the article you will learn how dill is beneficial for women’s health and how to use it correctly.

Chemical composition, nutritional and energy value

The benefits and harms of dill for women are determined by the elements in its composition. Among them:

• vitamins A, B1, B2, B6 and B9, C, E, PP;
• nicotinic, folic, linoleic, palmitic acids;
• copper, iron, calcium and phosphorus;
• zinc, magnesium, potassium, manganese and sodium;
• cellulose;
• rutin and carotene;
• essential oils.

The calorie content of a bunch of green plants weighing 100 g is only 40 kcal.

Nutritional value of dill:

• proteins – 2.5 g;
• fats – 0.5 g;
• carbohydrates – 6.3 g;
• dietary fiber – 2.8 g.

Dill contains easily digestible carbohydrates - they are not deposited in the body, but are quickly burned.

What are the benefits for women's body?

Dill seeds and shoots have beneficial features for women.

Important! Dill is not recommended for women during heavy menstruation, as the volume of discharge may increase.

In normal condition

1. B vitamins and flavonoids in greens help normalize the menstrual cycle and reduce pain.
2. The herb helps cope with unpleasant symptoms during menopause. A folk remedy with dill successfully treats hot flashes, reduces anxiety and normalizes sleep.
3. Calcium and phosphorus strengthen legs and hair.
4. Iron and folic acid strengthen the skeleton.
5. Dill relieves headaches.
6. Cope with insomnia and loss of appetite.
7. Beta-carotene in the composition improves vision.
8. The plant reduces blood pressure and strengthens the heart muscles.
9. Relieves stomach and intestinal colic.
10. Cleanses the body of waste and toxins.
11. Serves as a preventive measure against parasites.
12. It has sedative, diuretic and choleretic effect.
13. Heals wounds.
14. Promotes healthy digestion and secretion of digestive secretions.

Important! The diuretic and choleretic effects of dill are dangerous in the presence of stones in the bladder, kidneys or gall bladder. Greens can provoke the movement of stones and blockage of the diuretic ducts. People with these diseases are not recommended to use dill.

If a girl is experiencing a delay or needs to bring the onset of menstruation closer, a dill-based decoction will help her. Another option is to eat it regularly for several days.

During pregnancy

The healing properties of dill for women during pregnancy:

1. Vitamin C improves immunity.
2. Folic acid and iron are essential for proper fetal development. In addition, they reduce the risk of muscle cramps, which often bother pregnant women.

There are also contraindications. Pregnant women are allergic to beta-carotene, which is present in the plant. At the first sign of a reaction, stop using dill.In addition, expectant mothers should not eat it in large quantities so as not to cause uterine contractions.

During breastfeeding

A decoction of dill helps infants with bloating and colic.

Dill is especially useful for young mothers who have problems with breastfeeding, as it stimulates milk production during lactation. You can introduce a healthy plant into your diet 10 days after giving birth, if the woman does not have problems with blood pressure.

In what form to use

Depending on the purpose, dill is used in several forms.

Fresh herbs

Fresh dill contains the most nutrients and the fewest calories.

1. Fresh herbs are most often used in cooking as an ingredient or decoration for dishes.
2. Used in cosmetology for the manufacture of masks, creams and tonics.
3. By pouring boiling water over a fresh bunch, you can get a dill decoction or tincture to treat diseases.

Dry dill

As for dried dill, it contains the least amount of useful microelements - many minerals and vitamins are simply destroyed during drying.

Juice and decoction

Dill decoctions and tinctures retain all the beneficial properties of dill.

1. A decoction of fresh herbs or seeds is used to prevent and strengthen the immune system.
2. “Dill water” is recommended for use for constipation, flatulence, and bloating.
3. A decoction of fresh herbs is suitable for the treatment of infantile colic and diseases of the duodenum.
4. Dill decoction helps cope with incontinence.
5. Fresh dill juice, squeezed through a juicer and strained, is used for:
   • eye diseases – moisten the tampons and place on the eyelids for 20 minutes;
   • gastritis – daily use of a teaspoon;
   • insomnia – 50 ml of juice per 500 ml of red wine.Boil for 15 minutes, leave for an hour, drink a couple of sips before bed.

Seeds

Seeds are used both dry and in the form of decoctions:

1. Dill seeds are suitable for preparing decoctions and tinctures at home to treat the gastrointestinal tract, inflammation of the uterus, and pain during menstruation.
2. The seeds can be brewed and drunk or simply chewed for colds, bronchitis, coughs, flu, and ARVI.
3. Seeds, wrapped in gauze and dipped in boiling water for a couple of minutes, are placed on the eyes to relieve inflammation and fatigue.
4. It is recommended to chew them after meals 3-4 times a day for asthma.
5. By placing the seeds under the tongue, you can relieve pain in the heart area.

Tincture

The tincture complements the spectrum of action of decoctions and juice:

1. Hot dill tincture relieves headaches and lowers blood pressure.
2. It is also recommended to take it for vascular spasms.
3. An infusion of herbs (or just seeds) can be added to the bath to calm the nervous system and relieve irritation.
4. An infusion of the herb is used as an anti-inflammatory agent.

Traditional recipes and application schemes

Let's look at the basic recipes for using dill for health and beauty.

For medical purposes

For medicinal purposes, dill seeds are often used - fresh or dried. They easily cope with intestinal problems, increase appetite and have a mild diuretic property.

Elimination of flatulence

1. Pour 1 tbsp. l. dill seeds with a glass of boiling water.
2. Leave for 10 minutes.

Take 100 g 3-4 times a day 20 minutes before meals. The same recipe is suitable for lactation and as an expectorant.

For baby colic

1. Grind the seeds and pour 1 tsp. boiling water
2. Leave for 40-45 minutes.

Give babies 1 tsp three times a day. Instead of seeds, you can pour 1 tbsp. l.fresh herbs 100 ml of boiling water and let it brew for an hour.

Dill for heavy menstrual and uterine bleeding

1. Pour 1 tbsp. l. blooming dill with a glass of boiling water.
2. Let it brew for 20 minutes, insulating the container.

Ready decoction drink three times a day until bleeding stops.

Increased lactation

1. Pour 250 ml boiling water 1 tbsp. l. seeds
2. Leave for two hours.
3. Strain.

Take the resulting tincture twice a day, half a glass, or 6 times a day, 1 tbsp. l.

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For beauty

Dill contains many compounds that are beneficial for the skin (magnesium, calcium, vitamins, carotene, etc.) The widespread use of this greenery in cosmetology is due to its various properties:

• healing of wounds and microcracks;
• elimination of pigmentation;
• improvement of skin color;
• relieving inflammation;
• fight against cellulite;
• smoothing, toning and rejuvenation.

Dill ice

Perfectly tightens the skin, fights dark circles under the eyes, improves complexion.

1. Pour 15 g of seeds into 50 ml of green tea.
2. Bring the liquid to a boil over low heat and leave for an hour.
3. Add 10 drops of mango essential oil.
4. Pour into ice cube trays and freeze.
5. Wipe clean face as needed.

Dill face mask

Normalizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands, tightens pores and smoothes expression lines.

1. Grind a bunch of fresh dill (by hand or with a blender).
2. Mix with olive or almond oil.
3. Distribute over face and leave for 15-20 minutes.

Dill for hair

The product will help regulate the oiliness of the roots and scalp.

1. Mix fresh or dried herbs with 2 tbsp. l. dry St. John's wort.
2. Pour the mixture with a liter of boiling water.
3. Keep in a water bath for 15-20 minutes.
4. Cool the broth and strain.

Dill decoction can be used to rinse your hair daily - there is no need to rinse it off immediately. The herb will not only make your curls stronger, but will give them a smooth, silky look.

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For weight loss

Dill is an excellent helper in the fight against excess weight. There are several ways to take it.

Tincture for weight loss

1. Pour 1 tbsp. l. seeds with a glass of boiling water.
2. Leave for an hour covered.
3. Filter.

Drink 70 ml before each meal.

Slimming Tea

1. Pour 3 tbsp. l. chopped greens with two glasses of water.
2. Brew over low heat for 5-7 minutes.
3. Strain.

Drink half a glass of tea before meals.

Harm and contraindications

The properties of an aromatic plant can result in harm to the body in certain diseases.

Contraindications to the use of dill:

• allergy to greens;
• heavy bleeding during menstruation;
• risk of miscarriage;
• stomach ulcer in the acute stage;
• low blood pressure (hypotension);
• atony;
• diabetes.

Conclusion

Dill really has a lot of positive properties for women's health. It is especially useful for pregnant women and young mothers. To ensure that greens bring only benefits and do not harm your body, you should familiarize yourself with the contraindications before use.