<p>Coriander, popularly known as dhania, is a common ingredient in every household and is used daily to garnish salads, curries, pulaos, chutneys and other food delicacies.<br /><br /> </p>.<p>This fresh, green herb (Coriandrum Sativum) is a member of the umbelliferae or carrot family. <br /><br />It is also called cilantro or Chinese parsley and used in Southern Asian, Chinese and Mexican cuisine. Apart from its green leaves, its seeds, roots and fruits too have numerous health benefits.<br /><br />Coriander leaves are a powerful source of Vitamins A, C, thiamin, riboflavin, folic acid, fibre, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium and water. It is rich in 11 components of essential oils, starch, pectin, lipids and mineral substances. </p>.<p>It also contains niacin, Vitamin B6, phosphorus and zinc in small quantities. It is the richest herbal source of Vitamin K. Coriander is also known as bactericide, fungicide and anthelmintic and has a good influence over the neural system and stimulates memory.<br /><br />Coriander is a perennial herb. Its sweet- smelling aroma is transmitted by its tender green fruits and fresh leaves. Besides being an excellent appetiser, it is too known for its vital medicinal properties.<br /><br />*Coriander leaves acts as stimulants, antioxidants and tonics. They strengthen the stomach and promote digestion.<br /><br />*Coriander seeds reduce fever and cools the body down considerably<br /><br />*One or two spoons of coriander juice added to fresh buttermilk, is beneficial in treating dysentery, hepatitis and colitis and typhoid fever<br /><br />*Coriander seeds alleviate excessive menstrual flow<br /><br />*For those with arthritis, coriander has many anti- inflammatory properties<br /><br />*The oil of its seeds is a valuable ingredient in the perfumery industry<br /><br />*It helps the heart by lowering bad cholesterol and raising good cholesterol<br /><br />*This herb is also great for skin. Its juice mixed with turmeric powder can help treat skin disorders<br /><br />*It has been used as folk medicine for relieving anxiety and insomnia in some countries<br />nCoriander is rich in iron content which directly helps curing anaemia<br /><br />*It protects against urinary tract infections.<br /><br />*Relieves intestinal gas<br /><br />*It is said that it also contains a powerful diuretic that reduces the sanguine pressure and ameliorates headache<br /><br />*Citronelol, a component of essential oil in coriander, is an excellent antiseptic. It has anti-microbial and a heeling effect that does not let wounds and ulcers in the mouth get worse<br /><br />*Other health benefits include treatment of diarrhoea, small pox and conjunctivitis. <br />Some people may be allergic to coriander seeds.<br /><br /></p>
<p>Coriander, popularly known as dhania, is a common ingredient in every household and is used daily to garnish salads, curries, pulaos, chutneys and other food delicacies.<br /><br /> </p>.<p>This fresh, green herb (Coriandrum Sativum) is a member of the umbelliferae or carrot family. <br /><br />It is also called cilantro or Chinese parsley and used in Southern Asian, Chinese and Mexican cuisine. Apart from its green leaves, its seeds, roots and fruits too have numerous health benefits.<br /><br />Coriander leaves are a powerful source of Vitamins A, C, thiamin, riboflavin, folic acid, fibre, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium and water. It is rich in 11 components of essential oils, starch, pectin, lipids and mineral substances. </p>.<p>It also contains niacin, Vitamin B6, phosphorus and zinc in small quantities. It is the richest herbal source of Vitamin K. Coriander is also known as bactericide, fungicide and anthelmintic and has a good influence over the neural system and stimulates memory.<br /><br />Coriander is a perennial herb. Its sweet- smelling aroma is transmitted by its tender green fruits and fresh leaves. Besides being an excellent appetiser, it is too known for its vital medicinal properties.<br /><br />*Coriander leaves acts as stimulants, antioxidants and tonics. They strengthen the stomach and promote digestion.<br /><br />*Coriander seeds reduce fever and cools the body down considerably<br /><br />*One or two spoons of coriander juice added to fresh buttermilk, is beneficial in treating dysentery, hepatitis and colitis and typhoid fever<br /><br />*Coriander seeds alleviate excessive menstrual flow<br /><br />*For those with arthritis, coriander has many anti- inflammatory properties<br /><br />*The oil of its seeds is a valuable ingredient in the perfumery industry<br /><br />*It helps the heart by lowering bad cholesterol and raising good cholesterol<br /><br />*This herb is also great for skin. Its juice mixed with turmeric powder can help treat skin disorders<br /><br />*It has been used as folk medicine for relieving anxiety and insomnia in some countries<br />nCoriander is rich in iron content which directly helps curing anaemia<br /><br />*It protects against urinary tract infections.<br /><br />*Relieves intestinal gas<br /><br />*It is said that it also contains a powerful diuretic that reduces the sanguine pressure and ameliorates headache<br /><br />*Citronelol, a component of essential oil in coriander, is an excellent antiseptic. It has anti-microbial and a heeling effect that does not let wounds and ulcers in the mouth get worse<br /><br />*Other health benefits include treatment of diarrhoea, small pox and conjunctivitis. <br />Some people may be allergic to coriander seeds.<br /><br /></p>
