Dill — Filled with flavor and health benefits

Dill — Filled with flavor and health benefits

Dill, Anethum graveolens, is an ancient herb that, historically, has been used as a culinary herb and an important medicinal herb in many cultures. Dill began in the Mediterranean and northern Africa. Egyptians found dill to be soothing and its fragrance was used to help one relax and “ward off witches.” Greeks used it as a symbol of wealth and the Romans used roasted dill seed to help heal wounds. Dill has the power to ease upset stomachs and r…