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14 Health Benefits of Coriander

 

Coriander or dhanya as it is called in India is an essential herb that is added to a lot of Indian dishes and also used for garnishing. Apart from its sweet, tangy and a slightly citrus flavour, this herb has a number of health benefits to offer. So read ahead and try adding a pinch of coriander leaves or coriander powder to your dishes as often as possible.         

 

Health Benefits of Coriander:

1) It lowers blood sugar levels

2) Corainder helps in digestion, helps settle an upset stomach and prevent flatulence

 

3) Coriander shields you against the Salmonella bacteria

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

5) It protects against urinary tract infections

6) Coriander avoids nausea

7) Coriander alleviates intestinal gas

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

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

 

10) Coriander is rich in phytonutrients and flavonoids

11) 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.

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

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

 

14) Coriander is also used in detox diet.

Easy ways to cure acidity (health)

Easy ways to cure acidity We've all suffered from it at some point or the other. We share tips to cure acidity ... Acidity occurs when there is excess secretion of acids in the gastric glands of the stomach. When the secretion is more than usual, we feel, what is commonly known as heartburn, which is normally triggered off by consumption of spicy foods. Here are some home remedies to cure acidity... - Skip the aerated drinks as well as the caffeine. Opt for herbal tea instead. - Have a glass of lukewarm water everyday. - Include banana, watermelon and cucumber in your daily diet. Watermelon juice is great for curing acidity. - Nariyal paani is known to soothe the system if you suffer from acidity. - Drink a glass of milk - everyday. - Have your last meal at least two to three hours before you hit the sack. - Keeping long intervals between meals is another cause for acidity. Have small but regular meals. - Try to avoid pickles, spicy chutneys, vinegar, etc. - Boil some mint leaves in water and have a glass of this after meals. - Sucking on a piece of clove is another effective remedy. - Jaggery, lemon, banana, almonds and yogurt are all known to give you instant relief from acidity. - Excessive smoking and drinking will increase acidity, so cut down. - Try chewing gum. The saliva generated helps move food through the esophagus, easing symptoms of heartburn. - Ginger aids in digestion. Either buy powdered ginger in capsule forms or add the herb to your recipes. - A simple preparation of lemon water with sugar can be sipped on an hour before lunch to reduce uneasiness. - Have vegetables like drumsticks, beans, pumpkin, cabbage, carrot and spring onions. ***********************************