Dill Seed (Anethum graveolens)
Description
A herbal food supplement
BOTANICAL NAME
Anethum graveolens
COMMON NAMES
Dill Seed
FAMILY
Apiaceae
DESCRIPTION
Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. It is the only species in the genus Anethum. Dill is grown widely in Eurasia where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food or made into a herbal tea.
Traditionally used to support digestive health.
PART SUPPLIED
The loose dried seed.
AVAILABLE AS
100g / 500g Pouch. Not currently available to customers in the EU.
SUITABLE FOR
Vegetarians and vegans.
DIRECTIONS
Use 1 teaspoon of dried seed to one cup of boiling water to make a tasty tea. Infuse for 5-10 minutes. Sweeten with honey or lemon to taste.
Drink up to 3 a day unless otherwise told by a medical herbalist.
CAUTIONS
Not all herbs are suitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding or for young children, or if you are unwell, or taking any medication. If in doubt, please ask us, your medical herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
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