benefits of coriander

Benefits of Coriander

41. Other benefits
Coriander helps cure ulcers, inflammation, spasms, while acting as an expectorant and protecting the liver. It is anticarcinogenic, anticonvulsant, antihistaminic and hypnotic. Coriander is believed to be a natural aphrodisiac and traditionally, it was widely used in certain combinations with other herbs to enhance a persons libido.
42. Word of Caution
There have been very few dangers associated with coriander, but as with almost any food, there is some danger of allergic reaction to it, and in some cases, it can be irritating to the skin. One of the more unusual side effects is that some patients complain of sunlight sensitivity, and that excessive coriander intake makes them more susceptible to sunburn, which could subsequently lead to skin cancer over the long term.
43. Kidney stones
Cilantro has a diuretic and detoxifying effect that can help lower the risk for kidney stones. Studies have shown that dyspepsia (indigestion) is reduced if coriander is regularly added to the diet. For small children, who have a higher chance of developing abdominal colic than adults, small amounts of coriander in their diet can clear the issue up quickly!
44. Heavy metal detox
Natural compounds in coriander leaves remove toxicheavy metalsfrom the body without any side effects. Accumulation ofheavy metalscan cause many dangerous health problems including memory loss and Alzheimers Disease.
45. Eyesight
The high betacarotene and antioxidants in cilantro make it one of the best herbs that helps alleviate eye problems thus improving eyesight. In addition, it also help reduce the threat posed by age; associated with vision disorders such as macular degeneration, and cataract.
46. Ayurveda powdered coriander
According to Ayurveda powdered coriander is good for digestion. It also increases appetite. It helps in purifying the blood and curing inflammation, fever and as well as various allergies. Due to cooling qualities of coriander, this spice is considered to be very beneficial for restoring the Pitta balance.
47. Coriander has a strong aroma
Coriander has a strong aroma. In powdered form, it can be consumed either independently or after mixing it with certain other Ayurvedic spices. In powdered form, Coriander is generally taken with water. Powdered coriander mixed with powdered aniseed cure uneasiness and provide relief from high fever as well as control inflammation.
48. Stringent taste
Pure coriander powder has a stringent taste and it may not be easy to consume it in its pure form. Apart from water, it is also taken with milk. It is also helpful in treating eating disorders like anorexia.
49. Antiinflammatory properties
Coriander contains antiinflammatory properties. This is why it is good against inflammatory diseases such as arthritis. Corianders antiseptic properties help to cure mouth ulcer.
50. Antibiotic properties
An antibiotic compound,dodecenal, was isolated from cilantro and tested in the laboratory. The impressive result showed that it is twice as effective as the commonly used antibiotic druggentamicinat killing the foodborne bacteria,salmonella.