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A bit of Folklore
Dill derives from the Old Norse word dilla meaning soothe, calm or lull.
Considered by the Romans to be a sign of luck and by the ancient Greeks a sign of wealth, dill was also used by the ancients as protection against witchcraft and as a love potion ingredient.
It was believed that the dried seed heads hung in the home, over doorways, and above cradles symbolised love and provided protection.
Should an evil witch appear on the scene, pour them a cup of dill tea, which is said to rob them of their will to harm.
Infuse it in wine and passion is enhanced. Wow...
Current uses
Dill is rich in mineral salts and may be used in a salt free diet to enhance flavour.
Dill has a calming effect of the digestive system. It contains a volatile oil that relaxes muscles. Gripe Water, used for relieving colic in infants, contains dill seed. Bankes' Herbal of 1525 tactfully states that, "dill assuageth wicked winds in the womb (the stomach)."
Now we know that dill weed contains the carminative agent, carvone, which has a calming effect and aids with digestion by relieving intestional gas.
Dill also contains vitamin C and flavonoids and is rich in minerals, particularly calcium. One tablespoonful of dill seed contains as much calcium as 1/3 cup of milk. For indigestion try infusing 13gm bruised seeds in a cup of boiling water. Strain and take one tablespoonful.
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Precautions and side effects (refer also to statements below)
There are no known side effects or interactions with drugs or other herbs