Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Dill, Medicinally Correct? Did You Know?

 Did you know the leaves and the seeds of dill are highly valued both for their medicinal properties and for their culinary appeal? The oils in dill seeds make it a versatile naturopathic remedy, especially for stomach and intestinal problems, mild insomnia, nervous ailments, flatulence and heartburn. Dill is broadly prescribed for many diseases of the liver and gallbladder and use to treat gastric problems in children because of its mild but effective action.
Got  hiccups or restless and can't sleep? Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1 tsp. of dried dill leaves. Cover the cup, and let the tea steep about 10-15 min. let cool, slowly sip.
 Dill leaves contain some vitamin C, folic acid, beta-carotene and iron and provide some dietary fiber.The seeds are more effective than the leaves because they contain more essential oils.They
make excellent breath fresheners and kill bacteria.

Dill butter
1 tsp. finely chopped dill leaves, 4 tsp. butter, lemon juice, salt, white pepper
In a small bowl, cream the dill and butter. Add lemon juice to taste, and seasons with the salt and white pepper. Spread the dill butter on bread or melt it over vegetables.

To promote lactation
2 oz. dried dill leaves, 2 oz. anise seeds, 2 oz. alfalfa, Honey
Mix the herbs is a container. Pour 1 cup of hot water over 1 tsp. of the mixture; steep for 15 min. Sweeten with honey. To stimulate milk production, drink 2-3 cups of this tea per day.
                                                    
                                                      God Bless And Have A Great Tuesday!
   Simone:)
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