Anethum graveolens (dill)

Abstract

This datasheet on Anethum graveolens covers Identity, Overview, Associated Diseases, Pests or Pathogens, Distribution, Dispersal, Diagnosis, Biology & Ecology, Environmental Requirements, Natural Enemies, Impacts, Uses, Prevention/Control, Management, Genetics and Breeding, Food Quality, Food Safety, Economics, Further Information.

Dill

“…Dill is prescribed to alleviate flatulence and promote expulsion of the placenta during delivery, and to stimulate milk flow in lactating mothers. 1,4,5,11,[14][15][16][17][18] Currently, preclinical research has identified antioxidant, antiinflammatory, analgesic, antimicrobial, neuroprotective, and anticancer properties of dill extracts, to name a few. 5,6 Recent clinical trials investigated dill and its extracts for managing risk factors for diabetes and cardiovascular disease, as well as in improving outcomes during labor and delivery.…”

“…The lacy, needlelike leaves are aniseed scented and have a spicy, persistent taste. The aniseed-flavored flowers are edible as well 1–6 …”

“…Even now, dill water also known as “gripe water” is commonly used in folk remedies and Ayurvedic medicine to treat digestive and sleep problems, especially in children. Dill is prescribed to alleviate flatulence and promote expulsion of the placenta during delivery, and to stimulate milk flow in lactating mothers 1,4,5,11,14–18 . Currently, preclinical research has identified antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antimicrobial, neuroprotective, and anticancer properties of dill extracts, to name a few 5,6 .…”

Dill

“…The aniseed-flavored flowers are edible as well. [1][2][3][4][5][6] One of the most common food uses of dill is in pickling, a process of using an acidic brine to preserve food. The culinary incorporation of dill into food dishes is quite diverse.…”

“…1 • July/August 2023 promote expulsion of the placenta during delivery, and to stimulate milk flow in lactating mothers. 1,4,5,11,[14][15][16][17][18] Currently, preclinical research has identified antioxidant, antiinflammatory, analgesic, antimicrobial, neuroprotective, and anticancer properties of dill extracts, to name a few. 5,6 Recent clinical trials investigated dill and its extracts for managing risk factors for diabetes and cardiovascular disease, as well as in improving outcomes during labor and delivery.…”