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Digestive

🌿 Dill — Essential Oil

Anethum graveolens
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Botanical name
Anethum graveolens
Category
Digestive

🎯 Main uses

DigestionBloatingColicAntioxidantSleepPurificationNausea

Dill essential oil (Anethum graveolens) is a Digestive oil, well known in aromatherapy for its remarkable properties. Gentle digestive and antioxidant. Chemically similar to spearmint. Excellent for colic. Its main uses include: Digestion, Bloating, Colic, Antioxidant, Sleep, and more.

💧 How to use

Aromatic: Add 3-5 drops to a diffuser with water and diffuse for 30-60 minutes. You can also inhale directly from the bottle or from your palms (rub 1 drop between hands). Topical: Dilute 1-2 drops in 5 ml carrier oil (coconut, jojoba) before applying. Massage gently onto the desired area. Internal: Add 1 drop to a glass of water or place under the tongue. Use only therapeutic-grade oils and do not exceed the recommended dose.

🧪 Chemical composition

Chemically, Dill essential oil contains mainly Carvone (40-65%), Limonene (30-55%), Alpha-phellandrene (0.5-6%). These compounds are responsible for the oil's characteristic therapeutic effects.

🛡️ Safety notes

From a safety perspective, Dill essential oil should be avoided during pregnancy. It can also be used for children with age-appropriate dilutions.

⚠️ Warnings: Avoid large doses in pregnancy. Carvone (ketone) — use in moderation.

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⚕️ Information is for educational purposes and does not replace professional medical advice.