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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutrition Facts About Coriander Leaves<\/a><\/li>
Health Benefits of Coriander Leaves<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Coriander Leaves?<\/a><\/li>
Precautions with Coriander Extract<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Coriander leaves, widely regarded as one of the oldest herbs, are known to enhance the visual appeal and flavour of a dish. While all parts of the coriander plant are edible, it is the fresh, aromatic leaves and dried seeds that are most commonly incorporated into Indian recipes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This article focuses on Dhaniya<\/em> or Coriander Leaves<\/a><\/em>, which is also referred to as Cilantro<\/em> by some. The name Coriander<\/em> is derived from the Greek word koris<\/em>, meaning stink bug<\/em>, likely because of its distinctive aroma released by the leaves when they are chopped or bruised.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Coriander is a herb with a history that dates back to 5000 BC and is thought to have originated in Italy. Surprisingly, despite its non-Indian origins, coriander has become an integral part of every Indian household. Indian recipes are considered incomplete without the addition of coriander leaves, making it even more intriguing to explore this modest yet essential herb.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nutrition Facts About Coriander Leaves<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Coriander Leaves are a rich source of vitamin A and vitamin C, providing essential nutrients that contribute to overall health. In addition to these vitamins, coriander leaves contain dietary fibre, iron, manganese, calcium, vitamin K, and phosphorus.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This remarkable herb also consists of 11 essential oils, is low in saturated fat, and contains a significant amount of linoleic acid, which offers numerous health benefits. 100 grams of coriander leaves may contain approximately 87.9% moisture, 6.5% carbohydrates\u00a0 3.3% protein, 0.14% calcium, 0.06% phosphorus, and 0.01% iron. They also provide 60 mg of vitamin B\u2082, 0.8 mg of niacin, 135 mg of vitamin C, and 10,460 IU of vitamin A ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Health Benefits of Coriander Leaves<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1. May Promote Healthy Vision<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nCoriander leaves have long been recommended by our grandmothers for promoting healthy eyes. This is because of their high content of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, and carotenoids, all of which contribute to maintaining good vision ^{2<\/sup><\/a>.^{<\/sup>Research}}^{3<\/sup><\/a> has also shown that regular consumption of coriander may also help in the healing of conjunctivitis.\u00a0<\/p>}
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