Coriander is an aromatic herb with wide, delicately lacy leaves and a pungent odor. It belongs to the Apiaceae family also known as the carrot family which is made up of plants such as celery, parsley, cumin, parsnip and carrot. This herb has its origin in the regions of the Mediterranean and Asia Minor (Turkey). This Mediterranean herb is part of savory dishes in both modern as well as traditional cuisines.
HEALTH BENEFITS:
In addition to its fresh and aromatic flavor, cilantro is rich in vitamins and antioxidants such as beta-carotene, vitamin C and vital folates, offering a variety of health benefits that I present below.
1. Cardiovascular Health : Coriander herb is cholesterol free, but rich in dietary fiber, essential oils, antioxidants and vitamins that help in reducing LDL (bad cholesterol) and increasing HDL (good cholesterol).
2. Lowers blood pressure: It can reduce hypertension by lowering blood pressure. This herb is a good source of potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium and manganese, as well as low in sodium. This high potassium and low sodium ratio helps control blood pressure and heart rate.
3. To treat anxiety: According to this herb having relaxing qualities, it can act as a mild laxative. It is effective in calming the nerves, relieving anxiety and reducing the harmful effects of stress.
4. Facilitates peaceful sleep: According to this, it reduces stress and anxiety, helps improve the quality of your sleep, since it is a calming herb.
5. Digestive Aid: They offer relief from indigestion problems, as well as feelings of nausea and others.
6 . Anti-diabetic properties: It has traditionally been called an “anti-diabetic” herb, due to its qualities to reduce blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
7. Anti-inflammatory effects: It has powerful anti-inflammatory capabilities that can relieve inflammatory diseases such as arthritis.
8 . Anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties: Contains an anti-bacterial compound called dodecenal that can kill salmonella bacteria and prevent salmonella poisoning. Its antibacterial properties help improve oral health.
9. Natural Deodorant: This herb acts as a natural internal deodorant as it contains a large amount of chlorophyll, which can detoxify the body from the inside out. By washing toxins from the kidneys, liver and digestive tract, it helps move bacteria from the body that in one way or another accumulate in the armpits and feet.
10. Helps in weight loss: This herb is a good option for obese people as it helps in fat reduction and therefore helps people lose weight.
11. Treatment of menstrual disorders: The seeds of this herb are a source of ascorbic acid, palmitic acid, linoleic acid and stearic acid. They support the proper secretion of hormones and prevent period disorders in women. To do this, they should be soaked overnight in water and consumed the next morning to obtain maximum benefits.
SKIN BENEFITS:
We all long to have a radiant and healthy skin, and it is known that the health of your skin depends on internal health for the most part. Our skin needs proper nutrition to minimize skin problems and maintain its health.
1. Treatment of skin disorders: The coriander herb has anti-fungal and antiseptic qualities by nature which makes it ideal for treating disorders such as eczema and dermatitis. It has anti-microbial substances that can prevent smallpox or cure it as well.
2. Treatment of pimples and acne: Coriander juice is very effective in getting rid of pimples and acne.
3. Excellent for oily skin: Coriander can absorb excess oil from the face. If you have oily skin, you can use coriander juice by applying it on your face, waiting for an hour and then washing it off.
4 . Helps with aging: Thanks to the antioxidants in cilantro, they prevent some free radicals from affecting skin cells. Vitamin A is very important, as it is an antioxidant and fat-soluble vitamin, which makes it vital for maintaining healthy skin and mucous membranes. Vitamin C is also a natural antioxidant that helps fight free radicals, preventing signs of aging such as pigmentation and wrinkles.
BENEFITS FOR HAIR
Giving the proper nutrient treatment to the hair follicles is the result of maintaining a shiny and healthy scalp. Although it seems unlikely, consuming and applying cilantro is beneficial for your hair as well.
1. For hair loss: Coriander juice is an excellent remedy for hair growth and combating hair loss, since it has essential proteins and vitamins that will help in hair growth.
You can make a paste of fresh coriander leaves by using a few drops of water and extracting its juice. Apply it to your scalp for an hour before shampooing. This pack should be used at least twice a week for a month to get effective results.
To conclude, I leave you a delicious tonic that you can use. The combination of beets and apples with cilantro triples these benefits. First, get the ingredients below:
- 2 cups cilantro (packed)
- Fresh ginger root 1 inch
- 2 lemons (peeled if not organic)
- 2 cups spinach or parsley
- 1 beet with its greens
- 2 apples
- This tonic will make approximately 1 liter – which serves 2 people.
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