Coriander is widely sold in markets, is very cheap and very fragrant when touched. The coriander is a sacred vegetable in Indian culture.
Coriander is also an essential ingredient in many Vietnamese dishes as it helps enhance the taste and aroma of the food. Coriander is not just a regular spice, it is truly a precious natural remedy for everyone.
In addition to using them as a regular spice for daily raw consumption, you can use coriander to make a drink like tea, or add coriander when brewing tea to create delicious coriander tea.
The benefits of coriander water
The Health & Life newspaper quoted Dr. Tran Ngoc Que, Chairman of the Quang Binh Oriental Medicine Association, said that research has shown that coriander contains a lot of protein, about 6% of protein, including important amino acids such as tryptophan, methionine, leucine. Moreover, coriander also contains a lot of essential oils, about 0.4 – 0.8% light yellow oil, lightly fragrant, and pleasant. Because of this, since 1976, many areas in our country have grown coriander on a large scale to extract essential oils for use in industry, fragrances, cosmetics for domestic and export use.
One of the most noticeable uses of coriander is its sedative effect in treating insomnia. Coriander helps people with insomnia improve their condition when consistently used without having to rely on drugs for treatment. Coriander water is also easy to make and affordable. You can apply some of the following recipes to treat insomnia with coriander:
Recipe 1: 30g dried coriander steeped with 200ml boiling water, drink twice a day. If using fresh coriander, use 100g.
Recipe 2: 30g coriander, 30g Chinese violet, steeped with 200ml boiling water, drink twice a day.
Recipe 3: 20g coriander, 25g Motherwort, steeped with 200ml boiling water, drink twice a day.
Recipe 4: 20g coriander, 25g Motherwort, 25g Red knotweed, decocted with 500ml water, drink twice a day.
Recipe 5: 30g coriander, 25g Motherwort, 30g Chinese violet, decocted with 500ml water, drink twice a day.
Recipe 6: 30g coriander, 25g Motherwort, 30g Chinese violet, 15g Cow’s footstool, decocted with 500ml water, drink twice a day.
Recipe 7: 30g coriander, 25g Motherwort, 30g Chinese violet, Cow’s footstool, 30g Red knotweed, decocted with 500ml water, drink twice a day.
Recipe 8: 30g coriander, 10g Wasabi leaves, 25g Motherwort, 30g Chinese violet, decocted with 500ml water, drink twice a day.
Recipe 9: 30g coriander, 10g Schizandra berry, 25g Motherwort, 30g Chinese violet, 15g Cow’s footstool, decocted with 500ml water, drink twice a day.
In addition to its prominent use as a sedative for insomnia, coriander water also has many wonderful benefits for health, including:
Rich in antioxidants
Coriander is rich in antioxidants that can fight free radicals, protect DNA structure and cells. Coriander also contains many flavonoids that protect white blood cells and enhance immune system health.
Prevent cancer
Coriander is a fragrant herb that contains phytochemicals. These compounds can prevent skin, liver, and lung cancer caused by chemicals. Moreover, coriander also has the effect of changing the expression of genes in a compact way, causing cancer cells to die and preventing the spread of tumors. Therefore, using coriander daily can support the treatment of cancer.
Combat depression
Coriander is used as an antidepressant due to its fragrant essential oils. Essential oils stimulate the brain, increase nerve conduction, and help regulate the activity of hormones, making people happy and energetic. Therefore, eating coriander can significantly improve the condition of depression and anxiety.
Enhance cardiovascular health
Coriander is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that are good for regulating blood pressure. At the same time, coriander also prevents the formation of blood clots in the arteries, leading to stroke. Coriander is also a spice that supports the condition of inflammation in the body, helps reduce inflammation, cholesterol, enhances blood circulation, and prevents the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Improve digestive system
When you eat coriander, you will find that it reduces symptoms of bloating and abdominal pain after meals. This is because coriander has the ability to balance acidity and restore the proper pH level for the body, helping support the development of beneficial bacteria, reducing harmful bacteria that can cause digestive problems.
If you often feel bloated and have a cramped feeling in your stomach, try eating coriander.
You can carry a few strands of coriander in your bag and smell and chew them to help refresh your spirit.
Coriander helps keep teeth and gums healthy
You can use coriander water to rinse your mouth to kill bacteria in the mouth, gums, and throat. Coriander water also helps keep your mouth clean and makes your teeth stronger. Coriander can also help freshen your breath and prevent the growth of bacteria in the oral cavity.
Coriander for acne treatment, smooth hair
Coriander water used to wash your face can help with acne treatment and cleanse the skin thanks to its natural antibacterial properties. Moreover, boiling coriander water for hair washing not only helps you relax but also makes your skin more beautiful.
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