October 28, 2016
Averyanova Sveta
90% of newborns and their parents inevitably experience infant colic. This extremely unpleasant period lasts from several weeks to a couple of months, until the child’s body adapts to the external environment and a new type of nutrition.
A folk remedy – dill water – helps to alleviate the baby’s condition. Herbal medicine has been used in practice for many decades. To find out how to give dill water to a newborn, at how many weeks you can start therapy and how often you are allowed to take it, read our article.
The benefits of dill water for adults
Usually this water is sold in a pharmacy. The cooking method is different from that intended for babies. Fennel seeds contain a lot of components that suppress gas formation and promote the movement of feces.
Indications for use:
- Flatulence
- Tracheitis. With this disease, an obsessive dry cough is often observed. Dill water along with mullein and mallow decoctions suppress the cough reflex
- In oncology. After rectal surgery, there is often an accumulation of gases that stretch the abdomen and cause pain. Dill water removes gases from the body
- During lactation. This healing liquid increases the amount of breast milk
Indications - what it helps with
The indications for drinking dill water are significant, but its main purpose is to normalize intestinal functions. This remedy is not made from fennel, but from fennel, whose alternative name is fennel oil.
Adults can use the composition for intestinal spasms, appetite disorders, as well as for diseases of the digestive system (not chronic). Other indications include:
- indigestion;
- pancreatitis, that is, inflammation of the pancreas;
- flatulence;
- pain in the stomach and intestines;
- angina pectoris, arterial hypertension, angina pectoris and the initial stages of coronary heart disease due to the vasoconstrictor effect.
You can use dill water for both adults and for menstrual irregularities - to normalize it, as well as to reduce pain during menstruation. The composition may be useful during breastfeeding, combating obstruction of the mammary glands.
Another example of a positive effect is the effect on infectious diseases of the upper respiratory tract. In this case, thanks to systematic use, it is possible to eliminate a non-productive dry cough that is not accompanied by the formation of sputum. However, to achieve any of the presented effects, you must follow the rules for using the drug.
Making dill water at home. How to make dill water from dill seeds?
The most interesting thing is that pharmacy dill water is not a decoction or tincture. In industrial conditions, essential oil is extracted from fennel seeds by pressing.
After this, the oil is mixed with water in a ratio of 1:1000. But at home it is not possible to use this technology, so it is worth preparing a decoction.
Instructions for preparing dill water:
- Place 15g fennel seeds in a large container
- Boil water and pour boiling water over the seeds
- Cover the liquid with a lid and leave for 10 minutes
- Store liquid in the refrigerator
- Do not prepare in advance, dill water does not last long
Pharmacy drugs, prices
Dill water is not considered a medicinal product. It is classified as a dietary supplement and is sold in government pharmacies without a prescription.
Such medicinal liquids are produced by numerous domestic and foreign pharmaceutical companies. Prices for products vary depending on the region, form of release, component base and other factors.
Dill water is found in pharmacies in the form of a liquid concentrate, supplied to the market in 100 ml dark glass bottles. The products are sold in dry form. It is intended for dilution with boiling water.
Dill water for children can be taken by adults
Packages of disposable bags like tea are often found. Each pack contains 20 or 100 units of dried and powdered product. Fennel seeds are often included in pharmaceutical herbal preparations.
Such products are sold in cardboard packages with a capacity of 50, 100 or 200 g. In St. Petersburg and metropolitan pharmacy chains you will have to pay about 85-230 rubles. for a concentrated solution or dry mixture intended for personal brewing.
How to take dill water for adults?
The method of application and the amount of medicine depend on the purpose.
- Nursing mothers should prepare a weak solution of dill water. It is enough to drink 400 ml of decoction per day. It is better to do this 40 minutes after eating
- If you have bloating, then prepare a more concentrated decoction. To do this, pour 40 g of dill seeds into 500 ml of boiling water and keep in a thermos for 50 minutes. Drink 80 ml liquid before each meal
- For tracheitis, pour boiling water over 15 g of fennel seeds and let stand. After this, a decoction of mullein and mallow is prepared. Mix the decoctions in equal quantities. Take 150 ml before each meal
Contraindications
The healing liquid is saturated with natural substances of plant origin with increased physiological activity. The product is considered completely safe. There are no absolute medical prohibitions on its use.
Patients with:
- arterial hypotension – medicinal fluid reduces intravascular pressure;
- tendency to convulsive syndrome;
- individual intolerance to fennel seeds and essential oils;
- chronic allergies.
It is strongly recommended to refrain from taking dill water when driving, performing work requiring maximum concentration, or operating dangerous machinery and industrial equipment.
A liquid based on oily fractions of fennel has a relaxing effect on the nervous system. In rare cases, it can cause drowsiness, lethargy and dizziness.
Pregnancy is not considered a contraindication to taking dill water. During the period of bearing a child, before using a medicinal product, you must consult a gynecologist. The composition tones the muscles of the uterine organ, which can provoke bleeding and miscarriage.
Dill water during pregnancy
During pregnancy, a woman's body undergoes major changes. The uterus quickly increases in size, which can squeeze and squeeze some parts of the intestine. Accordingly, pregnant women often experience constipation and bloating. In this case, take dill water regularly.
Benefits of dill water for pregnant women:
- Prevents gas formation
- Improves blood composition
- Saturates blood vessels with beneficial substances
- Relieves headaches and nausea
- Improves sleep
During pregnancy you need to take a weak solution of water. 20 g of seeds per liter of water is enough.
Dill water for nursing
- This simple herb can improve lactation. If you have a lactation crisis, then pour 15 g of fennel seeds into 500 ml of boiling water and leave for 20 minutes
- Take a glass three times a day. This fluid increases the flow of milk to the glands and makes the nipple more pliable. Accordingly, the baby will not have to suckle at a tight breast
- In addition, dill water has a beneficial effect on the mother's intestines. Some of the nutrients are transferred to the baby when feeding. The child gets rid of intestinal colic
Side effects
In 99% of cases, dill water, purchased at a pharmacy or prepared at home, does not have a negative effect on the child’s health. The medicine may be dangerous if:
- The baby has an allergic reaction to the active ingredient: dill or fennel oil. The allergy will manifest itself in the form of a rash, urticaria, and in severe situations – shortness of breath, asphyxia, and pulmonary edema.
- The mother prepared the medicine at home, without observing the proportions, and gave the baby too large a dose. In this case, the child will be poisoned by water, there will be vomiting, diarrhea, frequent regurgitation, and the temperature will rise. The child will need medical help and gastric lavage.
Avoiding side effects is simple: test the tolerance of fennel and dill before starting intensive treatment of colic, prepare the medicine from pure seeds, and follow the dosage.
Important! Dill water has a diuretic effect. This does not harm the baby if the baby receives additional water.
Dill water for cystitis
Dill contains flavonoids and beneficial amino acids. That is why fennel seeds have been used for decades to treat cystitis.
During the course of the disease, pathogenic flora multiplies in the bladder. To quickly combat infection, it is necessary to ensure timely outflow of urine.
Benefits of dill for cystitis:
- Has an antibacterial effect
- Relieves inflammation
- Accelerates urine flow
- Relieves painful sensations
To prepare dill water, it is advisable to use fresh fennel seeds. One spoon of seed is poured into 230 ml of boiling water and boiled for 2 minutes. Cool and take this entire decoction, dividing it into 5 parts.
Effect of medicines based on dill seeds
Medicine from dill seeds has the following effects on the body:
- cleansing – toxins and harmful substances are removed, cleansing not only the intestines, but also the blood vessels;
- laxative – gently and effectively helps with constipation;
- vasodilator – lowers blood pressure in hypertension;
- diuretic – improves kidney function, stimulates urine flow and prevents swelling, especially during pregnancy;
- helps increase lactation;
- normalizes the menstrual cycle;
- relieves spasms in the intestines and promotes the free passage of gases.
From newborns to babies 4-6 months old, fennel water is a real salvation from painful colic. And for older children and adults, it is a faithful companion in the fight against problems of the gastrointestinal tract, heart, kidneys, and also an assistant in losing weight.
How much should you drink dill water?
The amount of liquid you take depends on why you drink dill water.
- To stimulate lactation, drink 250 ml of decoction three times a day. The period of use depends on how quickly you achieve results. Usually a week is enough to stimulate lactation
- For constipation, drink 120 ml of solution. In this case, the course of treatment is 1-3 weeks. The period depends on how quickly you feel the effect
- For chronic intestinal ailments, drink dill water constantly
Answers to frequently asked questions
Is an allergy possible?
Dill and fennel are not highly allergenic plants. But they can cause allergies in children who are genetically predisposed to a negative reaction to herbs and food.
Can it be added to the mixture?
If the baby does not agree to drink the medicine in its pure form, feel free to add the solution to the formula or breast milk. This will improve the taste of the drink, and the infusion will be better absorbed.
Is it possible to overdose?
There is no need to abuse this folk remedy to treat colic. Follow the recommendations from the annotation to the pharmacy when calculating the dose by age. The maximum amount of medication per day for an infant up to two months of age should not exceed 20 ml.
Could there be constipation or diarrhea?
Dill water contains a lot of fiber. Such an infusion cannot strengthen the stool, but it can cause diarrhea with regular and long-term use. But liquid feces are more often caused by food from a nursing mother or an inappropriate mixture.
Can there be green stool?
While taking fennel tincture, infants may have greenish or yellow stools. It is normal if the child poops without foam; bowel movements occur no more than 2-3 times a day.
Analogues of dill water
Dill water is a natural substance made from plant materials. It is characterized by low price and efficiency. There are drugs that act similar to liquid:
- Hilak. Preparation based on organic acids. It normalizes intestinal flora and prevents fermentation processes
- Espumisan. This is a synthetic substance that simply absorbs gas, turning it into liquid. Completely harmless
- Smecta. This drug is a scavenger. It absorbs gases and pathogens
- Enterosgel. Adsorbent drug. It absorbs bacteria and harmful substances from the intestines
Features of the purchased product
Perhaps the main feature of purchased water is its shelf life - when unopened, the shelf life is 1 month, when opened - 7 days from the date of opening. While a decoction prepared independently must be used within 24 hours.
Also, purchased water should be diluted with boiled water according to the instructions for the drug. As a rule, if the bottle is 15 ml, then it is diluted with 40 ml of boiled water.
The rules for taking water purchased at a pharmacy are no different from those made independently.
How and why to take dill water for adults: tips and reviews
Dill water is a natural remedy for intestinal ailments.
- Often used by young mothers to stimulate lactation
- Dill water is mainly used because it is cheap and natural. In addition, you can drink it for an unlimited amount of time. She is not addictive
- Using the product you can cure cystitis
Dill water is prescribed for intestinal pathologies. To prevent excessive gas formation, this liquid is simply ideal.
About the correct prevention of colic
To prevent colic, you need to do gymnastics with your baby.
Any disease is easier to prevent than to cure. This statement is also true in relation to infant colic.
It is known that the formation of microflora in a child’s intestines begins even before birth.
Therefore, in order for the baby not to suffer from gastrointestinal problems, his mother needs to eat properly throughout pregnancy.
