Hey guys today we are going to see the benefits, uses and Side effects of Coriander plants and seeds.
We are
discussing the Following points
What is
Coriander?
Constituents
of Coriander
Benefits
of coriander
Uses of
Corinader
Side
effects of Coriander
What is
Coriander?
Coriander is the name
for the leaves and stalks of the plant, while the dried seeds are called coriander seeds.
All parts of the plant are edible, but
the fresh leaves and the dried seeds (as a spice) are the parts most
traditionally used in cooking.
Coriander grows wild over a wide area of
Western Asia and Southern Europe. The dry fruits are coriander seeds.
The seeds have a lemony citrus flavour
when crushed, due to terpenes linalool and pinene.
It is a soft plant growing to 50 cm tall.
The leaves of the plant
are commonly called cilantro. Coriander seeds have a pleasing lemony
flavor and floral aroma.
coriander seeds and
ground coriander should be store in airtight containers away from light and
heat.
Constituents of
Coriander
Coriander contains volatile oil, fixed oil and proteins.
Volatile oil contains
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D-Linalool
(coriandrol)
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Coriandryl
acetate
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L-borneol
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Geraniol
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Pinene
Benefits of Coriander
- · Coriander or cilantro is a wonderful source of dietary fiber, manganese, iron and magnesium.
- · They also contain small amounts of calcium, phosphorous, potassium, thiamin, niacin and carotene.
- · Coriander’s anti-inflammatory properties
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Consuming
coriander will reduce bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol.
- ·
It
contains vitamin A that will protect you from lung and cavity cancer.
- ·
It
contains Vitamin K that is responsible for treating Alzheimer’s
diseases.
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Coriander
seeds are the best remedy for maintaining menstrual flow.
- ·
It
also promotes good memory and helps boost the nervous system.
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Strengthen
Bones
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Good For Vision
Uses of Coriander
·
The fruits and seeds are used as
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Aromatic
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Carminative
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Stimulant
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Flavouring agent
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Purgative to prevent gripping
Side effects of Coriander
Overconsumption of Coriander extract can cause following
side effects.
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Pregnancy and breast-feeding
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Allergies
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Diabetes
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Surgery
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Low blood pressure
