Coriander

Coriander at a Glance

Coriander is an aromatic herb from the Apiaceae family, used for both its fresh leaves and dried seeds.
It adds flavor to food and offers many health-promoting properties.

Health Benefits

• ✅ Aids digestion and reduces bloating
• ✅ Helps detoxify the body
• ✅ Rich in antioxidants that protect cells
• ✅ Regulates blood sugar levels
• ✅ Reduces inflammation naturally

Nutritional Value (Per 100g, Raw)

How to Consume

• 🌿 Use fresh leaves in curries, salads, and soups
• ☕ Boil seeds to make detoxifying coriander water
• 🧂 Roast and grind seeds for seasoning
• 🥣 Mix coriander powder in buttermilk for digestion

In Ayurveda

In Ayurveda, coriander is known as Dhania.
It is cooling, digestive, and mildly diuretic, helping to balance Pitta and Kapha doshas.
Coriander seeds are often used in herbal blends to cool the body and promote appetite.

Precautions

• ❗ Excess use may lower blood sugar too much
• ❗ Those with pollen allergies should start with small amounts
• ❗ Avoid storing coriander leaves wet — they spoil quickly

Interesting Facts

• 🌍 Ancient Egyptians used coriander seeds in burial rituals as a symbol of eternal love
• 🧴 Coriander essential oil is used in perfumes and soaps
• 🌱 It is one of the oldest known spices in human history

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