dill seed

PHYTO- NUTRIENTS	Monoterpenes (including carvone, limonene, anethofuran) – activate liver enzyme glutathione-S-transferase (helps glutathione attach to toxic molecules) Flavonoids assist carminative and sedative properties
NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS	Digestion – carminative (eliminates flatulence and digestive disturbances) Liver – promotes detoxification reactions Anti-cancer and anti-microbial
PLANT FAMILY	Umbelliferae. Related to: Celery, Fennel, Coriander, Cumin, Caraway
DANGERS	Oxalate (Calcium binding and Kidney health)

Adapted from:

Murray, M. (2005). Encyclopedia of Healing Food. New York, N.Y.: Atria Books

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