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Sunday, May 18, 2008

Aromatherapy Oils - Dill

Originally from India, Dill is now found in the Mediterranean region and Europe.

Botanical name: Anethum graveolens
Botanical family: Umbelliferae

Note: Middle

Part of plant used: Fruit

Origin: Originally from India, Dill is now found in the Mediterranean region and Europe

Description: Herby and fresh

Properties and Indications:

  • Digestive disorders especially in children
  • Eases flatulence and constipation
  • Can be helpful for halitosis
  • Galactogogue - insufficiency of milk in nursing mothers
  • Help ease delivery in childbirth
  • Good for the nervous system
  • Can ease headaches
  • Helpful for healing of wounds

Personality:

  • Calming and easing feelings of overwhelm
  • Can be useful in crises situations

Contra-indications:

  • Not suitable for infants
  • Not to be used in pregnancy

Blending:

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