Health Benefits of Coriander

Coriander or dhanya is an essential herb that is added to a lot of dishes and also used for garnishing.

Apart from its sweet, tangy and a slightly citrus flavour, herb has a number of health benefits. Add a pinch of coriander leaves or coriander powder to your dishes as often as possible.

Health Benefits of Coriander

# It lowers blood sugar levels.

# Coriander helps in digestion; helps settle an upset stomach and prevent flatulence.

# Coriander shields you against the Salmonella bacteria

# Coriander being an anti- inflammatory helps in easing symptoms of arthritis

# It protects against urinary tract infections

# Coriander avoids nausea

# Coriander alleviates intestinal gas

# Coriander lowers bad cholesterol (LDL) and raises good cholesterol (HDL)

# It is a great source of dietary fibre, iron and magnesium

# Coriander is rich in phytonutrients and flavonoids

# In case of women suffering from a heavy menstrual flow, boil six grams of coriander seed or dhanya in 500 ml water, add a tbsp of sugar and consume while warm.

# Arthritis patients can boil coriander seeds in water and drink the concoction.

# Use a paste of coriander and turmeric juice treat pimples and blackheads.

# Coriander is also used in detox diet.