Dry Coriander Leaves,
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Dry coriander treats diarrhea and chronic dysentery, as well as
being useful in acidity. Chutney made from dry coriander, green chilies,
grated coconut, ginger and black grapes without seeds are a remedy for
abdominal pain due to indigestion.
Small Pox
One teaspoon fresh coriander juice, mixed with 1 or 2 seeds of
banana, given once daily regularly, for a week is a very effective
preventive measure against small pox. It is believed that putting fresh
leaf juice in the eyes, during an attack of small pox, prevents eye
damage.
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 liter of water, till only half the
water remains. Sugar should be added to 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 and benefits of
The young plants of coriander are used in chutneys, sauces,
curries and soups. The volatile oil in it is used for flavoring and in
medicine. In the dried form, coriander is an important ingredient of
curry powder and is also used in pickling spices, sausages, seasoning,
and confectionery and for flavoring spirits, particularly gin.
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