Healing Power and Curative Properties
High Cholesterol Levels
Regular drinking of coriander water helps lower blood cholesterol as it is a good diuretic and stimulates the
kidneys. It is prepared by boiling dry seeds of coriander and straining the decoction after cooling.
Excessive Menstrual flow
Coriander seeds check excessive menstrual flow. Six grams of the seeds should be boiled in half a litre of. water, till only half the water remains. Sugar should be added td it and taken when it is still warm. The patient gets relief after taking the
medicine for 3 or 4 days.
Conjuctivitis
A decoction prepared from- freshly dried coriander is an excellent eye-wash in conjuctivitis. It relieves burning and reduces pain and swelling.
Skin Disorders
A teaspoon of coriander juice, mixed with a pinch of turmeric powder, is an effective remedy for pimples, blackheads and dry skin. The mixture should be applied to the face, after
washing it thoroughly, every night before retiring.
Precautions: Dry coriander should be sparingly used by
persons suffering from bronchial asthma and chronic bronchitis.
Other Uses
The young plants of coriander are used in chutneys, sauces,
curries and soups. The volatile oil in it is used for flavouring and
in medicine. In the dried form, coriander is an important
ingredient of curry powder and is also used in pickling spices,sausages, seasoning, confectionery and for flavouring spirits,particularly gin.