Coriander (Dhania), Bot.name: Corindrum sativum, Family: Apiaceae is a common spice herb used as green leaves or seeds.
100gms of of fresh coriander has the nutritional value as:
Energy 23Kcal
Carbohydrates 4gm
Fibres 3gm
Fat 0.5gm
Protein 2gm
Vit A 337mic gm
Vit C 27mg
It is commonly used to build stomach and promoting digestion.
Coriander juice is used to relieve vertigo, nausea and also dysentry. Seeds are used in diarrhea.
Its decoction is helpful for women with heavy menstrual flow.
Anti inflammatory action of seeds makes its use in arthritis.
Coriander has anti diabetic action, as it decreases blood sugar by stimulating insulin secretion.
It helps to reduce bad cholesterol from blood.
When used with turmeric it is very effective in treatment of pimples and black heads..
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