Coping with intestinal colic in infants, especially those under 4-6 months of age, can be challenging. Pain, bloating, excessive gas formation - all this brings discomfort to both the baby and his parents. In such cases, dill water can be a proven way to relieve colic..

Preparation of dill water for a child It is important to understand that dill water is prepared from fennel, also known as " Despite the external similarity, these plants have a different chemical composition, smell and properties.. There are two ways to prepare dill water.

The easiest way is to dissolve one drop of fennel essential oil in a liter of water, mix well and put in a dark, cool place.. Such a decoction can be used for a month, dosing no more than 100 ml per day, best divided into 2-3 servings.

If you do not have fennel essential oil, you can use the seeds of this plant. Pour one teaspoon of seeds into a glass of cold water and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Then let the broth brew for another hour.. Ready dill water should be filtered through cheesecloth or a fine sieve..

Dill Seeds and Their Uses Dill seeds can also be used, however the taste of such dill water may not be acceptable to an infant.. This decoction is less effective than fennel..

Rules for preparation and dosage Properly prepared infusion of fennel seeds has a pleasant taste and aroma without impurities or sediment. Ready dill water should be consumed fresh, not stored for a long time..

For colic in newborns, it is recommended to give 30 ml of dill water. In children older than a month, the dose can be increased to 50 ml..

Dill water can also be used to prevent colic by giving 40-60 ml twice a day between feedings.. It is extremely useful to give the last dose before bed at night..

Also, dill water can be used by nursing mothers.. It helps to increase the amount of breast milk and normalize digestion after childbirth..

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