Every woman expecting a baby tries to eat as many fresh vegetables and fruits as possible in order to get a large supply of vitamins and minerals, so necessary during pregnancy. But unfortunately, not everyone knows that it is not at all necessary to look for exotic products for this; a rich supply of useful substances can be found in any plant, even seemingly inconspicuous and familiar to us. This applies to such ordinary and simple greens as dill. Let's quickly try to figure out what its benefits are.

Useful qualities of dill, in what cases does its use help?

The healing properties and benefits of dill during pregnancy are widely known not only at the physiological, but also at the psychological level. The essential oils of this simple greenery can induce a feeling of calm, tranquility, and help restrain emotions, which extremely sensitive expectant mothers simply need like air. But its useful properties are not limited to this at all, on the contrary, their spectrum is much wider.

Dill is very useful for the digestive system and organs of the gastrointestinal tract. It stimulates intestinal peristalsis, eliminates gas formation, intestinal colic, and normalizes the intestinal microflora. Dill also has a good effect on the functioning of the liver, the cardiovascular system, helps the excretory and nervous systems to function better, has an expectorant effect and increases visual acuity.

Dill is respected for its many properties, especially medicinal. It has vasodilating, diuretic, laxative, bronchodilator, bactericidal properties, and this is not a complete list of his merits. The use of dill during pregnancy helps to improve the growth and development of the baby, and also significantly affects the well-being of the expectant mother in a positive way. It is able to normalize sleep, relieve nausea and headaches, lower blood pressure. Even thanks to dill, appetite improves, bloating is eliminated and excess fluid is removed from the body, which is simply irreplaceable during pregnancy. Also, due to the presence of folic acid, it is very useful for the development of the baby’s organs, and the rich composition of vitamins and minerals only has a beneficial effect on the normal growth and development of the baby.

But there are also certain disadvantages of this wonderful product if you use it in unlimited quantities. Although, if you look at it, any product, if abused, can cause quite significant harm. Dill in large quantities can cause nausea, dizziness or even fainting, and possibly even temporary blurred vision. Its unlimited use can quite strongly stimulate labor, which is fraught with the threat of premature birth in the later stages. By the way, in the old days it was precisely because of these qualities that a woman giving birth was given plenty of dill infusion to speed up the process of childbirth.

So you should be quite careful with this undoubtedly tasty and healthy spice, and not overdo it with its use. To completely dispel doubts, consult with your doctor about the possibility and amount of dill use according to your characteristics, and strictly follow these instructions. But after childbirth, dill will serve as an indispensable aid during breastfeeding - it stimulates lactation and eliminates the problems of all small tummies. Dill tincture will also be beneficial during menstruation - it can relieve painful sensations. By the way, you should not ignore fennel - it is the closest “relative” of dill, and it also has most of the beneficial properties.

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natalykitik 14.09 17:41

Wow, I learned so many new things about such seemingly familiar greenery. I love dill, even in its pure form, I add a little salt to it and eat it - it’s very tasty. By the way, during toxicosis I ate this dish with particular pleasure - it really helps relieve nausea. We were surprised that dill contains folic acid - I didn’t know that. And they were even more surprised by the fact that he was able to deal with pain. I often suffer from headaches and pain during menstruation, I’ll have to try dill against them - after all, it’s a natural remedy, pills still don’t really help.

Pregnant women are very sensitive to their health and try to include fresh vegetables and fruits in their diet in order to provide the unborn child with the necessary nutrients. And, of course, all pregnant women introduce a large amount of fresh greens into their diet.

Dill is a very popular plant that can be consumed both fresh and dry. Dill during pregnancy: benefits, harms, rules and features of use. This will be discussed further.

Useful properties of the plant

Medical studies have proven that dill and its seeds have an excellent effect on mental health, and all thanks to the essential oils that are part of the plant. A decoction of an aromatic spice eliminates irritability, mood swings, and calms a pregnant woman.

Dill during pregnancy and its seeds have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the digestive tract. Thanks to this plant, the smooth muscles of internal organs contract better and intestinal motility improves. In addition, dill prevents excessive gas formation.

Thanks to essential oils, the intestinal microflora is preserved and restored after dysbacteriosis. Dill can be consumed to prevent fermentation and putrefactive processes that occur as a result of dysbiosis.

Essential oils restore the tone of the bile ducts and normalize the flow of bile. The plant also prevents the development of toxicosis in the first trimester of pregnancy.

Dill helps get rid of swelling, which is very important for pregnant women. This universal plant also increases the strength of heart contractions, promotes urine secretion, eliminates excess fluids from body cells, and prevents the formation of edema. Dill has a powerful laxative effect and helps quickly cleanse the intestines. The plant normalizes blood pressure and prevents constipation. Dill seeds improve kidney function, relieve swelling.

Dill can be used for asthma; it relaxes the smooth muscles of the bronchi and dilates them. The plant treats coughs and colds in pregnant women, since they are prohibited from taking antibiotics.

The fresh plant can be consumed to saturate the body with useful substances:

• B vitamins;
• B9 and RR;
• iron;
• potassium;
• phosphorus, etc.

These substances prevent anemia in pregnant women and contribute to the normal formation of the nervous and cardiovascular systems of the embryo. Ascorbic acid strengthens the walls of blood vessels, makes them more elastic, and promotes normal blood circulation.

Contraindications and warnings

Dill is very useful during pregnancy, but some warnings still exist. If you consume the plant in unlimited quantities, it can harm both the pregnant woman and her child. The main danger of this popular spice is the increase in the force of contraction of the smooth muscles of the uterus, and this can stimulate labor. The most dangerous thing is excessive consumption of aromatic spices in the last trimester of pregnancy, especially if there is a risk of premature birth. If labor is weak or the pregnancy is post-term, then dill is used to stimulate labor.

Despite the fact that dill helps get rid of swelling and saturates the body with useful substances, you should consult your doctor about the possibility of using it in the later stages.

Rules of use

Dill can be consumed in any form during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. Fragrant greens are recommended to be added to salads, soups, to make a decoction from it. Dill tea helps eliminate the symptoms of toxicosis, relieves swelling.

It is strictly forbidden to use dill if there is a threat of miscarriage! This is especially true in the last trimester of pregnancy, when the possibility of developing uterine hypertonicity is highest. Therefore, it is necessary to stop using the plant or reduce its quantity.

Doctors recommend consuming dill seeds for late toxicosis. Seeds can be added to dishes in ground or regular form. Often pregnant women brew the seeds and drink them as tea, which helps cleanse the intestines, remove excess fluid, and relieve swelling. It also reduces high blood pressure and eliminates the symptoms of late toxicosis.

To make dill tea, you will need:

• seeds - 30 g;
• boiling water - 220 ml.

Pour water over the dill and let it brew for 7 hours. Strain and consume 20 ml three times a day.

A decoction is often used before childbirth to increase uterine contractions.

To prepare the decoction, you will need 30 g of dry dill or 90 g of fresh herbs and half a liter of boiling water. Chop the greens, add water and steam for 45 minutes. Strain the warm broth and consume 200 ml every 4 hours.

This drink can be consumed to increase milk production and promote natural feeding. If a nursing mother regularly drinks this tea, then the baby most likely will not have colic.

The drink helps get rid of swelling, improves metabolism, and calms you down. The advantages of drinking this tea are much greater than the disadvantages. To avoid undesirable consequences, you must consult a gynecologist.

Dill is one of the most popular and favorite varieties of greens. Dill is easy to buy in any store at any time of the year and even grown on a windowsill; it is cheap, tasty and an excellent addition to any dish, be it soup, salad or baked goods. It turns out that this product not only improves the taste of dishes, but also benefits the body. Is this true when it comes to pregnant women?

What are the benefits of dill during pregnancy?

A bunch of fresh and aromatic greens is definitely beneficial for the body. First of all, dill has a beneficial effect on the digestive system. It significantly improves the digestion process, relieves bloating and gas formation, stimulates peristalsis, normalizes intestinal microflora, prevents the processes of rotting and fermentation, eliminates colic and spasms.

In addition, it has a beneficial effect on other organ systems:

• Hematopoietic;
• Cardiovascular (has vasodilating, cardiotonic effects);
• Excretory (diuretic, laxative properties);
• Nervous.

Among other things, dill has choleretic, anti-inflammatory, bronchodilator, expectorant, bactericidal and other properties, has a positive effect on vision and improves liver function.

Expectant mothers know how important it is to avoid stress during pregnancy. Dill, or rather its essential oil, helps get rid of mood swings, restrains emotionality, induces a feeling of calm and tranquility, and reduces anxiety and restlessness.

Dill also helps fetal development due to its high folic acid content. In addition to it, it contains nicotinic acid, iron, phosphorus, calcium and potassium, which are vitally important to replenish during pregnancy. The product is rich in vitamins B, A, PP and C and other beneficial substances.

Regular consumption of fresh dill during pregnancy helps improve the expectant mother's sleep, relieves nausea and headaches, normalizes (lowers) blood pressure, increases appetite and removes excess fluid from the body, eliminating swelling.

Dill decoction has become especially popular during pregnancy, which expectant mothers drink to get rid of swelling or toxicosis. However, given the existing threat of pregnancy, this form of use may be the most dangerous.

What is the harm of dill during pregnancy?

It’s hard to imagine, but dill can be harmful to a pregnant woman. A negative effect is especially likely if abused: if the expectant mother eats dill in large quantities, she will soon be bothered by nausea, dizziness, and weakness.

Excessive consumption of this green can stimulate labor because it enhances the contractility of the smooth muscles of the uterus. This feature of the product should be taken into account by women with a risk of premature birth. But women with weak labor or post-term pregnancy can turn this disadvantage of the product into an advantage.

A small amount of dill will not harm anyone, the main thing is to remember about moderation and the peculiarities of pregnancy.

Contraindications

Contraindications to the use of dill during pregnancy are:

• Risk of premature birth (in later stages);
• Risk of miscarriage;
• Hypertonicity of the uterus;
• Diseases of the liver and kidneys associated with deterioration of the excretory function of these organs;
• Lack of intestinal tone and chronic constipation;
• Allergy to the product;
• Anemia;
• Low blood pressure.

With such characteristics of the body, intoxication can occur, so it is better to give up greens at least during pregnancy.

Precautionary measures

Precautions for consuming dill during pregnancy are simple.

Firstly, before generously sprinkling all your culinary masterpieces with herbs, you should consult your doctor. The gynecologist who is caring for the pregnancy knows all the characteristics of the body and can tell whether dill is worth eating.

Secondly, you should not overeat on greens before going outside, especially if you are going to be outside the house for a long time. Dill has diuretic and laxative properties, so you may need to use the restroom very soon.

Thirdly, you cannot add greens to your diet if a woman is worried about abdominal pain, spotting and other alarming symptoms: first you need to see a doctor and find out the cause of the symptoms.

Fourthly, after appreciating the benefits of dill, there is no need to eat it in boxes. A reasonable dose is considered to be half a bunch (20-30 g) per day.

Finally, it is better to refrain from spices if a woman has had unsuccessful pregnancies in the past: frozen or ectopic, premature birth, miscarriages.

How to choose greens when buying?

The quality of dill is of great importance, so you need to be careful when buying it. You should choose only trusted stores. In the summer, it is better to go to the market or buy "dacha" options from grandmothers near the house.

It is also necessary to study the appearance of the bunch of greenery so that yellowed or blackened branches are not visible. Therefore, you should refuse to buy dill in substrates when part of the offered product is simply not visible.

Young and fresh dill will bring the greatest benefit, so overgrown branches, the length of which exceeds 15-17 cm, do not need to be taken into account. The stem itself should be soft, tender, and not hard.

There should be no dill flowers or rudiments on the side stems. The bun should be very fluffy, light and airy. If you take it in your hands, it will not bend in half, but will only bend slightly under its own weight.

But, of course, the best option is to grow your own greens. In the summer, you can plant several beds of dill, and in the fall and winter it is easy to grow even on a windowsill.

How and where to store it at home?

Purchased greens should not be placed in the refrigerator immediately after purchase. If the bunch is tied with thread, it needs to be removed, and the dill itself should be wrapped in clean paper and placed on a shelf on the refrigerator door. In this form, greens can be stored for a week without losing their visual appeal and beneficial properties.

Another way to store dill is to place a bunch in a glass of water and put it in the refrigerator. Greens retain freshness and aroma for 5-7 days.

To extend the shelf life of dill, you can store it in a jar. To do this, the bunch is removed from the stems, finely chopped and washed well. To avoid rotting, the greens need to be dried well using a colander, towel and dry wipes. Only when the water has completely evaporated, dip the dill into a clean, dry jar, tightly close the lid and put in the refrigerator. So fresh greens can be consumed within 2-3 months.

Many housewives like to dry or freeze dill. Dried dill has practically no useful properties, but when frozen, all the necessary substances are preserved.

Dill is an affordable and tasty spice that is used by housewives to prepare almost any dish. Pregnant women can and should consume this herb in moderation, as it contains almost all the necessary vitamins and nutrients. However, before use, you need to consult a doctor, because... at the risk of premature birth or abortion, dill is undesirable.

Especially for- Elena Kichak

Dill is a plant familiar to everyone, actively used in cooking. Fragrant greens perfectly complement salads, soups and other dishes. It is valued not only for its taste, but also for its rich vitamin composition. Some expectant mothers in the early stages note an unusual craving for this seasoning, but is dill always useful during pregnancy?

Even such a useful product should be consumed in moderation. In addition, there are situations when pregnant women eat dill and it is not at all desirable. Consider the positive and negative properties of this plant, as well as the features of its use.

Dill is actively used in folk medicine. And this is not surprising, because the plant contains many vitamins (A, C, E, B), useful acids and minerals.

When consumed regularly, dill has the following effects on the body:

• normalizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract;
• lowers blood pressure;
• reduces gagging;
• improves kidney function;
• beneficial effect on the nervous system.

It also normalizes the functioning of the liver, eliminates the stagnation of bile in the body. There is also a vasodilating effect of dill, which relieves headaches.

It is almost impossible to harm yourself with this spice. The exception is excessive consumption of dill (more than one medium-sized bunch per day). In this case, severe nausea and dizziness may occur.

Abuse of dill is highly discouraged for pregnant women who have been diagnosed with a risk of premature birth. A large amount of this greenery can stimulate labor. In ancient times, this feature of dill was even used by midwives during obstetrics.

Another hidden threat lurks in insufficiently washed plant shoots. Any garden greens (even those grown independently) can contain helminth eggs, E. coli and other dangerous microorganisms.

Therefore, to protect yourself, before consuming dill, you need to rinse it thoroughly and under no circumstances eat it directly from the garden.

Why use dill during pregnancy?

In what situations can greens and dill seeds bring real benefits during pregnancy? From a very early stage, this greenery becomes an assistant to the expectant mother. At the beginning of pregnancy, consuming dill helps reduce nausea, prevent vomiting during toxicosis, and improve appetite. At this stage, it is recommended to use fresh dill by adding it to food.

Starting from the second half of pregnancy, many women are concerned about swelling. Thanks to its diuretic effect, dill decoction removes excess fluid from the body, alleviating the condition.

If the expectant mother has a cold, this is also a reason to use the “green assistant.” Dill relieves the symptoms of acute respiratory infections (sore throat, cough), promotes the removal of phlegm and cleanses the bronchi.

Disruption of the gastrointestinal tract (constipation, gas, intestinal colic) is a frequent companion of pregnant women. In such a situation, the most harmless remedy would be dill decoction. By the way, it is also recommended for nursing mothers to improve lactation and prevent colic in the baby.

Dill water will be useful for headaches and insomnia. Unlike medications, such a remedy will not have a negative effect on the unborn child and will make life easier for the mother.

Recipes

Dill during pregnancy is a safe and natural cure for many ailments that plague expectant mothers. For medicinal purposes, you can use green shoots, seeds and decoction. How to use fresh or dried dill depends only on the woman’s preferences, but the use of the plant in other forms has become the basis of several recipes and has its own characteristics.

Decoction and infusion of herbs

Infusion and decoction of dill during pregnancy is used for edema, diseases of the genitourinary system, constipation, nausea, and bloating. They can also be used to stimulate the onset of labor if a woman is post-term. Prepare and consume them as follows:

1. A decoction for inflammation of the kidneys and urinary tract. You should pour 1 tbsp. l. dill seeds with a glass of boiling water and put on low heat for 10 minutes. The finished broth is filtered and drunk warm three times a day, 100 ml. The drug should be used in complex therapy of the disease and only after the approval of the attending physician.
2. Infusion for edema and incipient gestosis. Dill seeds are poured into a thermos at the rate of 2 tbsp. l. for 200 ml of boiling water. The remedy is insisted for 6 hours, then taken three times a day, 1 tbsp. l.
3. Decoction to stimulate childbirth. To prepare you need to take 2 tbsp. l. chopped dry or fresh herbs and pour 0.5 liters of boiling water over them. Next, the product is placed in a water bath for 30 minutes. After removing and cooling the broth, drink 200 ml every 2 hours until contractions appear. The method does not give a 100% guarantee and is not suitable for everyone; before using it, you should consult a gynecologist.

Dill should be treated with caution. Decoctions and infusions are contraindicated in low blood pressure and cholelithiasis.

Dill seeds

During pregnancy, dill seed can not only be the basis for preparing decoctions, but also be consumed in dried form. It is recommended for lowering blood pressure, reducing the manifestations of toxicosis, and also as a laxative.

During attacks of nausea, adherents of traditional medicine advise expectant mothers to chew dill seeds until the unpleasant symptoms disappear. In addition, they can be added to baked goods and used in ground form as a seasoning for dishes.

This is especially true if, due to edema, a woman is prescribed a salt-free diet. Food sprinkled with chalked seeds will seem less bland, and at the same time will help drain excess fluid.

Dill is an almost indispensable product in the menu of a future mother. Its reasonable use eliminates the possibility of undesirable consequences, but still, any of the recipes described above must be used in practice under the supervision of the attending physician.

Useful video: dill in traditional medicine

The pregnancy period for any woman is quite difficult. It is very important to monitor your health, nutrition, and at the same time try to use as little medications as possible. In this case, natural remedies, such as ordinary dill, are very helpful.

Healing properties and composition

However, first of all, dill is one of the most valuable medicinal herbs.

Both the use of fresh dill in the form of a dietary supplement and preventive treatment using simple decoctions of this herb can be beneficial for the health of a pregnant woman. The benefits of dill for a weakened or exhausted body cannot be overestimated, because it has a rather valuable composition.

• Retinol, or vitamin A, as well as beta-carotene. Both of these components are quite rarely found together in everyday foods. But their combination has a powerful antioxidant effect, which helps to quickly remove toxins, waste, and some other harmful substances from the body, including free radicals that provoke the development of cancer. In addition, group A vitamins in combination with carotene strengthen the functioning of the visual organs and metabolism.
• A large complex of vitamins belonging to group B. Among them, almost all are essential substances for our body, and especially riboflavin, thiamine, and folic acid. All these components are actively used for the normal functioning of cells, their growth and regeneration. If a pregnant woman’s diet contains too few of these vitamins, her immunity will quickly weaken, and her nervous system will no longer cope with stress and emotional overload. Weakening of skeletal muscles may also occur.
• Vitamin C in the form of ascorbic acid. The most common stimulant of human immunity. It is especially useful during cold seasons, as it helps protect against viral and most bacterial infections.
• Vitamin E. Necessary for normal skin and hair growth. Strengthens external mucous membranes and tissues, prevents a lot of inflammatory diseases. In addition, vitamin E helps normalize hormonal balance, which is very important during pregnancy.

In addition, fresh dill, like its seeds, contains a large amount of microelements. The product contains magnesium, calcium, potassium, selenium, iron, iodine. Of course, all these components are necessary for the expectant mother and child for normal development. Potassium, for example, stimulates the functioning of the cardiac and vascular system, magnesium is indispensable for the nervous system and muscle function.

Also, saturating a pregnant woman’s daily diet with microelements has a positive effect on the development of the unborn child and prevents premature birth.

When answering the question of whether pregnant women can consume dill, one can, without a doubt, note the enormous benefits of this product for both the woman herself and her child. The unique combination of substances in dill, when entering the body, leads to the synthesis of essential amino acids, which are used for better growth and tissue regeneration, stimulate metabolic processes, strengthen the immune system, and are also a good source of energy.

A decoction of dill can be especially useful in later stages of pregnancy, when the expectant mother is faced with a phenomenon such as toxicosis. This simple remedy stimulates the filtering and excretory ability of the kidneys, increases diuresis, due to which swelling decreases quite quickly. Dill reduces the load on the kidneys and also helps fight high blood pressure, which is one of the most striking symptoms of increasing toxicosis.

But also this herb helps to normalize the tone of smooth muscles. Thanks to this, it helps stimulate the functioning of the intestines, which may also be necessary in late pregnancy, when the increasing volume of the uterus can create unfavorable conditions for the functioning of this digestive organ in its various parts. This property of dill is useful not only for pregnant women, but also for any other woman during menstruation, as it helps relieve painful cramps.

All the healing properties of dill are still considered unexplored. In addition to all of the above, it stimulates the immune system, improves digestion due to improved flow of bile from the liver, calms the nervous system, has a positive effect on all endocrine organs, thereby stabilizing the hormonal balance and even improving lactation in breastfeeding mothers.

Contraindications and risks of use

According to many doctors, dill can cause harm to the baby and mother during early pregnancy. The thing is that this product affects the tone of smooth muscles, and therefore can cause serious atony of the uterus, which usually leads to premature birth or miscarriage. Of course, such risks are associated with the abuse of dill. But you should also not forget about the contraindications to its use:

• diseases of the liver or kidneys, which are accompanied by a violation of the excretory ability of these organs;
• chronic constipation associated with a complete lack of intestinal tone;
• individual intolerance to dill components, food allergies;
• severe hypotension.

Neglecting these warnings can lead to intoxication of the pregnant woman’s body, which is dangerous primarily for her child. Dill should be used with particular caution in the early stages of pregnancy, when the components of this medicinal herb have the greatest effect on the fetus. It is best to consult with your doctors before introducing dill into your regular diet.

Impact on the child

Dill during pregnancy affects the health of the unborn baby. Moderate consumption of this plant saturates the mother’s body with all the necessary vitamins and amino acids, which are actively used for the formation and development of a small organism. At the same time, the formation of the child’s future immunity also occurs in the early stages.

At later stages, the fetus begins to actively feed through the placenta. During this period, active growth of the child’s body occurs; he needs an increased content of minerals and trace elements, which are also contained in sufficient quantities in dill.

Recipes

The easiest way to prepare a decoction is to select fresh dill sprigs, place them in a pan of boiling water and simmer over low heat, covered, for at least 20 minutes. After this, the finished medicine should be cooled slightly, strained with gauze and consumed in portions of several tablespoons throughout the day. This recipe is especially suitable in the early stages of pregnancy, since it is not too concentrated and is quite gentle.

If a pregnant woman experiences a stable increase in blood pressure, swelling, nausea, and frequent constipation, this may indicate increasing toxicosis. A simple recipe will help you get rid of unpleasant symptoms in late pregnancy. You need to take 2 teaspoons of dry dill seeds, grind them in a coffee grinder, pour the resulting powder with a glass of boiling water and keep in a water bath for 15-20 minutes. After this, the medicine is filtered, cooled and drunk 2-3 teaspoons throughout the day.

You can also brew dry dill sprigs along with parsley, which has similar properties and softens the effect of the decoction. To do this, dry herb sprigs should be crushed, placed in a container, pour a glass of boiling water and leave for 2-3 hours, then pass through cheesecloth and drink.