Cilantrol has powerful, broad range of benefits:
- Breaks down fat (cholesterol AND body fat)
- Helps digestion by reduce gas (pain and cramping)
- Alleviates spasms (coughing, limbs, intestinal and nervous)
- Antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
- Generally relaxes your body and mind.
Technically, Coriander refers to the entire plant, however Cilantro is the Spanish word for Coriander leaves.
Antibacterial
Coriander's use in foods may prevent food-borne illnesses. May treat antibiotic-resistant infections, according to the authors of a study published in the Journal of Medical Microbiology.
Vitamin K and Vitamin A
One serving of Coriander contains roughly 400% your RDA of Vitamin-K.
Cholesterol
Coriander helps your body produce ample amounts of HDL (healthy cholesterol) that actually lowers your LDL (bad cholesterol).
Stomach
Helps with the secretion of enzymes and digestive juices in your stomach, stimulating peristaltic motion, and overall better digestion.
Heavy Metal Detoxification
Potent and natural antagonist of toxic heavy metals. Helps your body detoxify from mercury, cadmium, aluminum and lead.
Skin Lesions/Tumors
Great source of Antioxidants to ward off any potential tumors.
Coriander has potent liver supporting properties, and is an excellent source of phytonutrients and flavonoids. It's a rich source of potassium, calcium, manganese, iron, and magnesium, vitamins (folic acid, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin A and K, beta carotene, vitamin C) - all essential for optimal health. It gives synergistic benefits for vitamin D levels.