Cilantro (Coriander)

Cilantro is a rich and natural source of provitamin A (carotene) and vitamin C (ascorbic acid), and rutine. The carotene stimulates production of red blood cells and is useful for eyesight health, vitamin C reinforces the immune system and improves resistance to various diseases, rutin strengthens capillary walls, normalizes pressure, helps the endocrine system. The human body can not produce its own rutine, and cilantro is a very valuable source of it, which helps to stay healthy. In addition, this plant contains vitamin B1, which contributes to the health of the skin and improves the function of the digestive system, and vitamin B2, which produces a strengthening and anti-age effect.

Cilantro’s taste and its beneficial properties make this plant a diet’s favourite. The doctors recommend to use this natural remedy for colds and diseases of the upper respiratory tract because it produces antibacterial and disinfectant action. In the alternative medicine, cilantro is used as an antipyretic and anti-infective agent for treatment of eczema, dermatitis, burning and skin rashes. Before use, make sure you don’t have any allergic reactions to cilantro. Try to avoid overdose as well. Intake of more than 35 g cilantro leaves can disrupt the body function.