Coriander's (Dhania) numerous health benefits

Coriander commonly known as Dhania in the Indian Subcontinent or Cilantro in the Americas and some part of Europe, is an herb which is extensively used around the world as a condiment or as a garnish or as a decoration on the dishes. Its scientific name is Coriandrum Sativum L. Its leaves and fruits have typical aroma and are used raw or dried in culinary.But that part of introduction was only the tip of the ice-berg. Coriander has so many benefits that a book can be written on them. It has eleven components of esstential oils, six types of acids (including ascorbic acid, better known as vitamin-C), minerals and vitamins, each having a number of beneficial properties. The rest is given below:

The health benefits of coriander include treatment of swellings, high cholesterol levels, diarrhea, Mouth ulcers, anemia, digestion, menstrual disorders, small pox, eye care, conjunctivitis, skin disorders, blood sugar disorders,etc.

 (Coriander Seeds)

Coriander seed and leaves have many known health benefits and researchers are finding more every day. Here are 22 known benefits:

1. Protects against the Salmonella bacteria
2. Reportedly works as a natural chelation treatment
(Cilantro has been found to chelate (remove) heavy metals like mercury, aluminum, and lead from the body. In fact, it is believed to cross the blood-brain barrier and actually remove said metals from the brain.)
3. Aids in digestion and helps settle the stomach and prevent flatulence
4. Is an anti-inflammatory that may alleviate symptoms of arthritis
5. Protects against urinary tract infections
6. Prevents nausea
7. Relieves intestinal gas
8. Lowers blood sugar
9. Lowers bad cholesterol (LDL) and raises good cholesteraol (HDL)
10. A good source of dietary fiber
11. A good source of iron
12. A good source of magnesium
13. Rich in phytonutrients and flavonoids
14. It is also beneficial for women especially those suffering from a heavy menstrual flow. Six grams of coriander seeds should be boiled in 500 ml water and after adding sugar, it can be consumed while warm.
15. For those with arthritis problems, coriander has many anti-inflammatory properties. Boil ground coriander seeds with water and drink the concoction.
16. Coriander is known to lower blood sugar by stimulating the secretion of insulin. It has also been called as an 'anti-diabetic' plant. It helps the heart by lowering bad cholesterol and raising good cholesterol.
17. This herb is also great for the skin. Its juice mixed with turmeric powder can help treat pimples and blackheads.
18. Adding one or two teaspoons of coriander juice to fresh buttermilk is ideal for treating nausea and dysentery. Dry coriander treats diarrhoea.
19. Coriander is a quick-acting anti-histamine and has affinity with the skin, especially the skin of the adrenal glands.
20. Coriander is  cooling It can be used internally to ward off allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis, hives, swelling and intense itching.Externally, it can be applied as a paste to affected areas.
21. Sipping tea of coriander seeds can help revive the person after shock or calm an acidic stomach.
22. Coriander is also used in detox diet.

Plant your coriander seeds in pots and soon you’ll see your own homegrown cilantro, delicious to use daily for healthy digestion.  Coriander seed tea is useful in bacterial bladder infection.