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:

• Bergamot, Coriander, Cypress, Geranium, Mandarin, Orange, Petitgrain, Rosemary

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