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Coriander, commonly known as Sabit dhania in Pakistan is a well-known spice used in traditional cooking. It is an essential component of ayurvedic medicine used for the treatment of digestion and gastric ailments. Coriander seeds are available throughout the year as whole seeds and in powdered form. Fresh Coriander seeds possess earthy bitter flavour with strong aroma. Essential oils of its seed extracts possess numerous valuable constituents which could be exploited for the preparation of medicinal combatants against several acute and chronic diseases.
Coriander seeds also called as sabit dhania in Pakistan are widely used in local culinary as a flavoring spice
•Calcium
•Camphene
•Copper
•Dietary fiber
•Geraniol
•Iron
•Linalool
•Linoleic acid
•Magnesium
•Manganese
•Niacin
•Oleic acid
•Palmitic acid
•Petroselinic acid
•Potassium
•Riboflavin
•Terpene
•Thiamin
•Vitamin-C.
•Zinc etc
Its Seeds Possess Potential Therapeutic Benefits Given Below
Coriander seeds contain linoleic acid which is effective in the remediation of dermal problems such as skin inflammation eczema, dry rashes etc. In addition treats mouth sores and ulcers
Lowers high blood sugar level because of its seed’s anti-hyperglycemic properties by stimulating insulin secretion from the pancreas and exhibiting insulin-like activity at the cellular level
Stimulates hair growth by reducing hair fall and revitalizing hair roots
Improves digestion by stimulating the secretion of digestive juices and possesses high dietary content which is required for the proper functioning of the stomach and liver
Coriander seeds contains coriandrin which controls lipid digestion process and in return lowers abnormal cholesterol level
Used for the treatment of common cold, flu and fever, seasonal body pains etc since its seeds possess high amount of vitamins such as vitamin C, folic acid, vitamin A and beta-carotene
Coriander seeds contain natural tonics that stimulates endocrine secretions to sustain hormonal balance, which ensures alleviation of mensuration associated pain
Exhibits strong antibacterial effects against food-borne pathogens such as Salmonella
It aids relieve the discomfort and pain associated with urinary tract infection and enhances the healing process
Regulates female mensuration cycle by monitoring endocrine function. In addition, decreases bloating, mensuration pain
It targets inflammatory pathways and lowers incidence of neurodegenerative diseases
Relieves symptoms like hives, itchiness, and swelling
Protects eyes from contagious eye associated infections like conjunctivitis
Assists in healing of mouth ulcers
Thus Coriander seeds are enriched with high amount of minerals such as zinc, copper, iron, magnesium etc. These vital minerals regulate body’s metabolism and enhance growth along with providing protection against a number of microbial infections and diseases.