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The Medicinal Properties of Cilantro

Cilantro (coriandrum sativum), also known as coriander, is an annual herb with a pungent flavor used in a variety of Hispanic and Indian dishes. While many people love the taste of cilantro, others despise it and even say it tastes like soap. This is because of genetics. Olfactory receptors, the neurons that are responsible for recognizing odor compounds, is the reason cilantro tastes like soap to some people. These receptors allow people to taste the aldehydes in the leaves. Aldehydes are also found in detergents, soaps and lotion.


Constituents:

  • malic acid

  • tannins

  • volatile oils

  • folate

  • manganese

  • potassium


Medicinal Characteristics:

  • antimicrobial

  • antioxidant

  • antifungal

  • anti-inflammatory


Parts used: seeds, leaves, and flowers


What Ailments Does Cilantro Help With?

Cilantro's relaxant properties helps relieve menstrual pain and colic. It also helps stimulate digestion, enhances appetite, improves the absorption of nutrients, and relieves peptic ulcers and gastritis. It's a cooling herb that works well for fevers and inflammation issues, such as rashes on the skin, sore throats, cystitis, arthritis and conjunctivitis.



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sirilorecemusic
sirilorecemusic
Apr 18, 2022

Thank you for this! Cilantro is one of our favorite herbs to grow, I had no idea how versatile it is💚🌱

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Princess Cole
Princess Cole
Apr 18, 2022
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Same. It's a favorite of mine. I grew two 5ft long rows of it. There's medicine in just about everything🥰🌱

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