Dill Weed

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(Anethum graveolens)
Traditionally used to support healthy breathing, digestion, liver and pancreas function.

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Dill Weed
Anethum graveolens

Plant Origin: India (but not to be confused with "Indian Dill" which is Anethum sowa)
Method: Steam distilled from weed
Cultivation: Unsprayed (grown organically but not certified)
Chemical Family: Ketone
Aroma: Fresh, spicy, herbal (like dill pickles)
Note (Evaporation Rate): Middle

Key Constituents from GC/MS Analysis: Lot# 108
carvone 48.43%
limonene 26.86%
a-phellandrene 16.06%
dill ether 3.37%
β-phellandrene 1.81%
dihydrocarvone (E) 0.73%
dihydrocarvone (Z) 0.24%

Safety Information
Children: Suitable

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Suitable

Medication: Caution Orally: Diabetes medication

Therapeutic Uses
Dill Weed essential oil may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:
Abdominal pain
Anticonvulsant in mice ((S)-(+)-carvone)
Asthma
Bacteria
Bronchial asthma
C-Section abdominal pain, flatulence
Colic
Diabetes (therefore should be used with caution if on diabetes medication)
Digestion (constipation, diverticulitis, dyspepsia, gas, IBS, indigestion, spasms)
Expectorant
Flatulence
GABA - interacts with GABA receptors ((S)-(+)-carvone)
Headaches
Inflammation
Insulin/blood regulator - thus is cautioned when taking diabetes medication
Lactation, promotes (per Davis)
Menstrual cramps, pain
Mucus
Pain
Pancreas, stimulates
Spasms

Hopewell Essential Oil Blends containing Dill
Absolve
Tummy Soothe

Aromatherapy Literature Note
Kurt Schnaubelt, Ph.D wrote in The Healing Intelligence of Essential Oils (p. 133) that 1 drop orally may help with indigestion and childhood colic. Contraindicated orally if taking diabetes medication (Tisserand/Young page 269).

The Anethum graveolens L’s (Dill) essential oil affects the intensity of abdominal flatulence after cesarean section: A randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled trial by Journal of Herbal Medicine 8, Nasrin Fazel et al

"Conclusion Dill essential oil was shown to effectively decrease flatulence and relieve intestinal pain after C-section. The results of the study, therefore, suggest that dill essential oil could be safely used to treat post C-section flatulence and abdominal pain as an alternative to prescription medications."

"Limonene and carvone are thought to be responsible for the analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects of A. graveolens (Almeida et al., 2010; Golshani et al., 2004)."

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)
Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil. Tested at 4% dilution on 25 volunteers, Dill is neither irritating nor sensitizing (Tisserand/Young).

Since Dill Weed does not have a limiting dilution parameter, we suggest that adults follow the General Guidelines found on the Dilution Chart, which is:

2-3% for daily application

Up to 25% for short-term use

Children: For infants and children, please follow the Dilution Chart on the Babies and Children page.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler

Internal: Dill Weed is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate. We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils internally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much. Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French aromatherapy" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application.
Kurt Schnaubelt, PhD notes that Dill is suitable for casual ingestion in a glass of water for childhood colic and indigestion. For more details, see Schnaubelt's comments on the Oil Usage page.

Tisserand notes that Dill is contraindicated orally if taking diabetes medication.

Safety
Diabetes medication: oral caution

Firoavanti cautions against using Indian Dill for kidney and liver disease and during pregnancy, however, she does not specify the Latin name. Tisserand/Young notes that Anethum sowa is the dill that may be an issue with liver, kidney and pregnancy. The only hazard he reports for Anethum graveolens is the diabetes medication interaction.

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat— like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. Tisserand suggests: "With essential oils, fatty oil has been suggested as an appropriate first aid treatment, though the advantage of saline [eyewash] is that the eyes can be continually flushed, and this is less easy with fatty oil.” We are not aware of a case where essential oil in the eyes caused permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

References
Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2002, page 287.
Davis, Patricia, Aromatherapy: An A-Z, 2nd edition, Daniel Company Ltd, 2000. Lawless, J. The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, 1992.
Fioravanti, Kayla (Certified and Registered Aromatherapist), The Art, Science and Business of Aromatherapy: Your Guide for Personal Aromatherapy and Entrepreneurship, Selah Press, 2011.
Schnaubelt, Kurt PhD, The Healing Intelligence of Essential Oils, page 131-135.
Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals, Elsevier Health Sciences UK 2nd Edition 2014, pages .268-270.
Worwood, Valerie Ann, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, New World Library, 2016, page 584.

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