Dill Powder / Sathakuppai / Shatapushpa Powder

Kingdom: Plantae

Clade: Tracheophytes

Family: Apiaceae

Genus: Anethum

Binomial name: Anethum graveolens

Dill is an ancient herb, which is mostly used in Asian and European countries. It is also called a dill weed, the leaves of this plant are arranged alternatively. It has flat, oval, and brown color seeds. This herbal plant has a long history as a culinary spice. The dill seed has a citrus flavor and its aroma is like the caraway seeds.

The dill seeds are commonly used in recipes like salmon, potatoes, soups, salads, and yogurt-based sauces. In the middle ages, the dill seeds were used as medicine, so it is also cultivated as medicine. It is rich in nutrients and is traditionally used to treat bad breath, digestive problems, ailments, colic in infants, etc.

Health Benefits

• Dill seeds are highly recommended to treat diabetes, it has the ability to manage the insulin level.
• Dill has a high level of calcium, so it helps to protect the bones against bone loss and loss of mineral density.
• Dill has a good amount of antimicrobial properties, so it helps to reduce numerous microbial infections from the body. It also prevents small cuts, open wounds, etc.
• Microbial action and indigestion are the two main reasons for diarrhea. Dill has a good amount of digestive properties, it is very helpful to prevent indigestion.
• It is a well-known herb for its anti-inflammatory properties, it helps to reduce inflammation and related pain like rheumatoid arthritis.