
All About Dill
The dill plant is a diuretic that has shown to offer relief of menstrual pains. Studies have also demonstrated it may help reduce blood sugar and cholesterol levels in a positive way. It has also been used as a folk remedy for digestive issues and oral inflammation.

DIll Research
Multiple human studies have shown potential for dill having both a hypolipidemic and hypoglycemic effect. Further, it has shown to reduce digestive upset and menstrual complaints. In vitro studies have demonstrated antimicrobial, antifungal, antibacterial, antioxidant and activities. Click the button below for a detailed review of research.
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Dill Herb and Essential Oil
Latin Name: Anethum graveolens
Family: Apiaceae
Other Names
- Other Latin names: Peucedanum graveolens
- Not to be confused with Anethum sowa, from India, a variety of dill that contains up to 52.5% dill apiole, which can be toxic and an abortifacient (Tisserand & Young, 2014).
- Dill seed and dill weed have differing chemistry.
- Other common names: Aneth, Dillweed, Dilly, Eneldo, Faux Anis, Madhura, Satahva, Shatpushpa, Sotapa, Sowa
Plant Description
Dill is a common culinary herb growing in Europe and Asia. It grows to about 2 feet tall with delicate feathery leaves, umbel white or yellow flowers, and distinctive small hard and creased seeds.
Herb Description
Both the seeds and leaves are used as a spice and herb. About a teaspoon of the seed can be steeped in hot water for ten minutes, strained, and enjoyed as a tea for flatulence, menstrual pains, and digestive issues.
Essential Oil Description
Oil is steam distilled from this common herbal seed with a sweet fresh aroma.
Key Constituents
- d-Limonene / Limonene / Dipentene
- Carvone
- Phellandrene / Alpha Phellandrene / Beta Phellandrene
- Dihydrocarvone