Ways to use dill stems for maximum benefit

Housewives often simply throw away many useful products because they do not know how and where to use them. These products include dill stems. We are accustomed to the fact that only tender twigs are used, and in vain. Dill stems are no less useful - they are widely used in cooking, medicine and cosmetology.

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What are the benefits of dill stems?

Dill is a plant in which all its components are useful. Let's focus on the benefits of the stem:

1. Able to relieve spasms, has an analgesic effect for headaches and abdominal pain. Relieves toothache.
2. Improves the functioning of the nervous system. Helps fight insomnia during periods of stress. Increases concentration.
3. Has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. It is especially useful for those who suffer from frequent bloating and increased gas formation. These symptoms make daily life significantly more difficult. Surprisingly, these greens are allowed for gastritis and ulcers. Moreover, the substances contained in the stem regenerate the cells of the stomach walls.
4. Useful for young mothers who are experiencing the problem of lack of milk. Dill stem increases lactation.
5. During the cold season, it strengthens the immune system and increases the body's resistance to bacteria.

Is it worth throwing them away?

It is worth getting rid of only those stems that have dried out.There is definitely no benefit to be gained from them. But fresh green stems should not be thrown away. They contain a whole complex of trace elements and minerals. At the same time, they are eaten not only in raw form. The stems are processed and stored for the winter.

Composition and properties

We present to your attention the rich composition of the dill stem. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with its effects on the body.

And how can you throw away such a storehouse of vitamins? When consumed regularly, it significantly improves the condition of the body.

Now let's look at the nutritional value per 100 g:

• calorie content - 38 kcal;
• proteins - 0.5 g;
• fats - 2 g;
• carbohydrates - 6.3 g.

Application

Dill stems have found use in cosmetology and folk medicine. And many culinary dishes will acquire a completely different taste if you add dill stems to them.

In folk medicine

Traditional medicine offers recipes for decoctions and tinctures of dill stems. The range of their effects is unusually wide, and the methods of preparation are as simple as possible. Let's consider several options.

For eye inflammation

Ingredients:

• 2-3 stalks of dill;
• 150 ml water.

Cooking method:

1. Wash the dill stems. Make sure they don't dry out.
2. Finely chop.
3. Put the water to boil.
4. Add the chopped stem to boiling water and cook for five minutes.
5. Strain.

The decoction is ready. Wash your eyes with the cooled broth. If you are afraid to do this, apply a cotton swab soaked in the solution to your eyelids. Repeat the procedure three times a day.

Important! Do not use yesterday's decoction. It must be fresh. Remember that a decoction is not a tincture that can be stored for a long time.

With increased gas formation

For such purposes, a simple recipe is used.

Ingredients:

• 2 short fresh stems;
• 1 glass of water.

Cooking method:

1. Wash and chop the stems.
2. Boil the water.
3. Pour boiling water over chopped dill.
4. Leave for 20 minutes.

You need to drink one glass throughout the day. It is advisable to take three doses: before breakfast, lunch and dinner.

For the nervous system

The dill stem will calm the nervous system and reduce increased excitability.The decoction is also useful for schoolchildren who are worried about the upcoming exams.

Ingredients:

• 1-2 stalks of dill;
• 1 glass of water.

Cooking method:

1. The stems should not be chopped, but chopped. A blender or coffee grinder works well.
2. Pour a glass of boiling water.
3. Pour into a jar, wrap. Place in a dark place for 3 hours.
4. Drink before bed.

Note! There are nuances here. If children under 14 years old drink the decoction, a glass will be too much - 1/3 of it is enough. And second: please note that the decoction should steep for 3 hours. Make sure to prepare it in advance. If you suddenly decide to drink a freshly prepared decoction right away before bed, there will be no effect. It must be brewed for sure.

To enhance lactation

The decoction is prepared in the same way: chop 1-2 stalks of dill and pour boiling water over it. Take orally 20 minutes before meals. You can add a little sugar.

In cooking

Adding dill stems adds an unusual flavor to a variety of dishes.

For example, it’s good to add chopped dill stems to chicken broth into the pan 10 minutes before it’s ready. The taste will become fresher and more interesting. Moreover, if the broth is intended for a person with a stomach disease, the dill stems will not harm him.

When preparing vegetable stews, fry the dill stalk in oil along with the tomatoes and carrots. The same method can be used when preparing regular frying.

If you are preparing a meat dish, fry the chopped dill stalk in a frying pan with sesame seeds. Add the mixture to the dish 3-5 minutes before cooking. Instead of sesame, you can use cumin, pepper or turmeric.

Another interesting option is a kind of paste with dill stems. It is simply spread on bread or used as a snack.

Ingredients:

• 2-3 stalks of dill;
• several walnuts (depending on size);
• 2 tbsp. tablespoons of olive oil (if not, sunflower oil will do);
• leaves basilica;
• ground black pepper.

Mix all ingredients and blend in a blender until smooth. Adjust the amount of oil in the composition yourself. You should have the consistency of a paste that spreads easily on the bread and does not spread.

Advice. This pasta is especially tasty when combined with toasted black bread.

In cosmetology

Despite the progress of science and technology, the best beauty products remain those prepared according to recipes with natural ingredients.

For tired and pale skin

Ingredients:

• 1 stalk of dill;
• 1 tablespoon full-fat sour cream;
• 1 teaspoon honey.

Cooking method:

1. Chop the dill stalk.
2. Mix with sour cream.
3. Heat the honey to a temperature of approximately 40 °C. You can do less, but not more.
4. Add honey.
5. Mix thoroughly.

Note! Test temperature before application. If the honey is too hot, you may get burned.

How to use? Apply the mask to cleansed skin for 20 minutes. There are no irritating components here (unless you are allergic), so the mask can even be applied to the area around the lips. Use this skin-friendly composition twice a week, preferably at night. Rinse off the mask with warm water; moisturizer is not necessary.

You will notice the first result immediately, but you will achieve a lasting effect after the whole course. This is approximately 8-10 applications. The recipe is simple and won't take much time to prepare.

Mask for moisturizing and improving hair structure

Ingredients:

• 3 stalks of dill;
• Burr oil;
• Castor oil.

Cooking method:

1. Chop the dill stems.
2. Mix castor and burdock oil, heat slightly.
3. Stirring constantly, add chopped dill.
4. Apply the mixture over the entire length of your hair.

This mask improves the hair structure. It is not recommended to do it more than once a week. Please note that oils are not washed off the first time. Therefore, it is better to do a mask on the weekend, and not before an important exit.

To strengthen nails

There are two options here.

First: mix chopped dill with rich sour cream, apply to nails and skin of hands. On top you can wear special cosmetic gloves. After twenty minutes, rinse off.

The second is to prepare a hand bath. A simple chopped dill stalk combined with warm water and sea salt will do here. Take the bath for 15 minutes once a week.

Processing, procurement and storage

Perhaps no product for the winter is easier to prepare than dill stems.

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch of dill stems;
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil;
• lemon juice optional;
• salt;
• 1 clove garlic.

How to cook:

1. Wash the stems and dry.
2. Twist them through a meat grinder.
3. Chop the garlic. Add to the resulting mass.
4. Add remaining ingredients. Stir.
5. Transfer to a glass jar.
6. Store in the refrigerator all winter.

This preparation is good to add as a sauce to various dishes. Before use, you can add crackers and grated cheese.

Another way is to simply dry it. Chop the dill stems and let them dry. Preferably in natural conditions. Place dried stems in clean, dry containers. Useful decoctions can be prepared from such stems in winter.

Important! Check the contents of the jars periodically.Apartments often harbor food moths or worms. They choose dry cereals and herbs. Therefore, periodically open the vessel for ventilation.

No matter how you prepare your greens, it’s best to eat them before the new season. Then the taste and beneficial qualities are lost.

Contraindications and possible harm

Dill can be not only useful, but also harmful if consumed without reading the contraindications:

• open ulcer;
• low pressure;
• diabetes;
• period of menstruation.

Dill stems increase the risk of exacerbation of these conditions and diseases.

Read also:

How to pickle dill in jars for the winter: simple recipes from experienced housewives.

How to properly dry dill at home and where to store it.

Let's learn how to make dill oil at home: instructions for preparation and rules for using dill oil.

Let's summarize

Dill stems are no less useful than its branches. They contain many vitamins and microelements that are beneficial to the body, so you shouldn’t throw them away. Chopped stems are added to prepared dishes and a paste of herbs and nuts is prepared.

Traditional medicine offers decoctions to combat various diseases, including eye inflammation and insomnia. In cosmetology, dill is used to strengthen hair and nails. The skin will get a healthy and radiant look when using face masks with dill stems.

Dill stems are easy to prepare for the winter, but you need to eat them in the first season. The main contraindications for use are ulcers, diabetes and low blood pressure.