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Health Benefits of Dill Seeds:
1- Dill is an excellent source of protein, carbohydrates, phosphorus, vitamin A, iron, magnesium, sodium and potassium. The herb also contains a small amount of riboflavin, niacin, and zinc. (1,2,4)
2- The calcium content of dill means that it is an important element in protecting you from bone loss and the loss of bone mineral density. (1,2,5)
3- The essential oils found in dill have peculiar and powerful properties. They are simultaneously stimulating, sedative, and hypnotic. The flavonoids and vitamin-B complex present in its essential oils, activate the secretion of certain enzymes and hormones which have calming and hypnotic effects, thereby helping people get a good night’s sleep. (1,2,6)
4- Dill has long been known as an anti-inflammatory herb, meaning that it helps reduce inflammation and the associated pain of diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and arthritis. (1,2,3)
5- The antimicrobial properties of dill can help prevent infections in the mouth and minimize damage caused by the gums and teeth by free radicals. (1,2,7)
6- Dill may have anti-cancer activities. Methanol extracts of dill show antiproliferative activities against specific tumor cell lines. (1,2,8)
7- Dill can help prevent excessive gas. As a carminative, dill forces gas downward through the digestive tract and allows it to leave the body safely. (1,2,9)
8- Dill essential oil is disinfectant in nature and it helps to inhibit fungal infections effectively. (1,2,10)
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