Dill: how it can be useful and dangerous

This spring greens are in great demand with us: with it, any dish becomes more aromatic and tastier. Although foreigners, spoiled by Provencal herbs all year round, do not share this passion and believe that dill clogs the taste of any food.

But in our latitudes, dill is associated with summer and freshness, especially since this supplement is very useful and can have a beneficial effect on the work of the whole body.

Why it is worth eating dill 

Dill contains iron, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin C, carotene, folic and nicotinic acids, carotene, thiamine, riboflavin, flavonoids, pectin substances, a set of mineral salts. Dill fruit contains a healthy fatty oil that is rich in important acids.

 

Dill is useful for the proper functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, it can reduce blood pressure and normalize cardiovascular activity. Dill seeds are brewed for small children with signs of intestinal colic, dill relieves pain in cystitis and has a diuretic effect. It also stimulates milk production in nursing mothers, relieves headaches and calms the nervous system.

Dill is well stored in dried and frozen form, so you can enjoy its aroma almost all year round – as long as there are enough preparations. In cooking, dill is used for pickling and salting, added to marinades and snacks, first and second courses.

Not a single cooking. Dill in cosmetology

Dill is a good antiseptic and bactericidal agent, prepared on the basis of dill tincture, they wipe the face, which is characterized by acne or clogged pores. You can make lotions or steam dill baths.

To reduce skin pigmentation, chopped dill is poured with boiling water or masks are made from dill and sour cream. A mixture of dill and grated cucumber will help to remove black circles under the eyes and fine wrinkles.

Dill in cosmetics moisturizes the skin and makes it radiant and fresh.

Why you should be careful with dill

Excessive enthusiasm for dishes with dill can lead to a breakdown, drowsiness, decreased visual acuity and intestinal activity.

Allergy sufferers and hypotensive patients should also be careful with the dosage of dill, as it can aggravate the condition and lead to weakness, fainting, nausea and dizziness.

Be healthy!

Recall that earlier we told you which 7 types of greens and vegetables were recognized as the most useful, and also advised how to wash the greens. 

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