Description

Specifications

Product Type
Seeds

English/Common Name
Anet, Dill, Dill-Oil Plant, East Indian Dill, Indian Dill, Meeting-Seed, Sabbath Day Posy

Botanical Name
Anethum graveolens

Origin
Egypt

General Usage

Antioxidants are naturally occurring compounds that help protect cells against damage caused by unstable molecules known as free radicals.

As a result, research suggests that consuming foods rich in antioxidants may help reduce chronic inflammation and prevent or even treat certain conditions, including heart disease, Alzheimer’s, rheumatoid arthritis, and certain forms of cancer. Both the seeds and leaves of the dill plant have been found to be rich in several plant compounds with antioxidant properties. Additionally, dill is a good source of vitamin C, which has also been shown to have powerful antioxidant properties.

Additional risk factors for heart disease include elevated blood pressure, triglyceride, and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels, as well as chronic inflammation. Dill, have been shown to protect heart health due to their potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. dill extract may have cholesterol- and triglyceride-lowering effects. Dill has been suggested to have blood-sugar-lowering effects. As dill is high in monoterpenes, particularly d-limonene, it may have anticancer properties. However, there’s currently no research on the effectiveness of dill or dill extract on the risk or treatment of cancer.

Overview

Dill (Anethum graveolens) is an herb that’s found throughout European and Asian cuisines. Also called dill weed, the plant has slender stems with alternating soft leaves and brown, flat, oval seeds. While the leaves have a sweet, grassy flavor, dill seeds are more aromatic, with a slight citrus flavor that’s similar to caraway seeds. As herb and spice, dill is commonly used to elevate the flavor of various dishes. It’s often paired with salmon, potatoes, and yogurt-based sauces. In addition to culinary uses, dill is rich in several nutrients and has traditionally been used to treat various ailments, including digestive issues, colic in infants, and bad breath.

Packing and Shipment

Seeds