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Dill Weed

Anethum graveolens (leaf)

Herbdigestiongasbloatingculinary

Dill weed (the leafy herb) is a gentle digestive helper used for gas and bloating, especially after heavy meals. It’s milder than dill seed but still earns its keep.

Key Benefits

Traditionally used to ease gas and bloating
Gentle digestive support after meals
Easy daily use in food or as a mild tea

Common Issues It May Help With

gas
bloating
indigestion

How To Use (Simple)

Food: add fresh or dried dill to soups, eggs, fish, potatoes, beans
Tea: 1–2 tsp dried dill weed per cup, steep 10 min; sip after meals
Blend idea: dill + fennel + chamomile for a classic “calm belly” tea

Taste / Notes

Bright, grassy, slightly sweet, classic dill flavor.

Evidence Level

Traditional use with limited modern clinical evidence; commonly used as a digestive herb worldwide.

Cautions

Generally food-safe. If you have severe reflux, strong herb teas may bother some people (rare).

Interactions

No common major interactions at culinary or tea doses. If using concentrated extracts, monitor if taking diabetes meds since routine changes can affect readings.

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