Dill is a plant known to mankind for centuries. Its fragments were found in the tomb of Amenhotep II from 1400 BC. Mention of it can be found in the Gospel according to St. Matthew, and the ancient Romans and Greeks used dill on headache and accelerated wound healing. In medieval Europe, it was attributed to the turn Dill has magical properties. Probably due to its strong smell, it was supposed to protect against curses and evil spells.
Today, dill is widely used in Polish cuisine for salads, soups, sauces and pickles. Its feathery green leaves, yellow flowers arranged in large umbels, and seeds are used.
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All parts of this plant from the Apiaceae family have health properties. They contain vitamins C, A and B, as well as minerals such as potassium, calcium, iron and manganese.. Active substances deserve special attention – antioxidants, especially flavonoids, as well as essential oils with antioxidant properties, e.g. Carbon is limonene.
Dill and fennel teas were traditionally given to infants for colic, to breastfeeding mothers to stimulate lactation or for joint pain. So far, dill has worked great in these situations.
How to prepare fennel infusion for painful joints? It’s nothing difficult. To prepare it you need:
- 250 ml of water,
- a large handful of dill – half a bunch,
- parsley leaves – half a bunch,
- a few leaves of fresh mint,
- juice squeezed from half a lemon,
- lime juice,
- optional, honey to taste.
You can pour boiling water first then mix the infusion with citrus juice and sweeten with honey. However, the green parts of herbs contain many valuable ingredients, so you can prepare a green smoothie from the above products. Just mix all the ingredients and finally sweeten with honey. Before serving you can strain the mixture through a strainer.
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Although there are no scientific studies confirming the effect of fennel infusion on joints, it does the analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties of the plant may have an impact on reducing pain caused by inflammation of the joints.
Dill infusion primarily has a positive effect on the digestive system. Stimulates the secretion of bile and gastric juices. It relaxes the muscles of the digestive tract and has a carminative effect. Additionally, dill is anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and analgesic. Lowers blood sugar and pressure.
Dill infusion drunk before bed will help you fall asleep. It will also help prevent bad breath. Scientific research also confirms its influence on the hormonal system of women regulating the menstrual cycle.
Source: Terazgotuje.pl, dietetyki.org.pl, prawowy.pl
