What Is Coriander?

Coriander, which belongs to the parsley family; It is also called achou or kinzi. The plant, whose leaves resemble parsley, is 20-60 cm high. It is an annual and hairless herbaceous plant. The dried seed or fruit of bikrin, which is also used as a spice, is also called quiche. The homeland of the plant, whose name has passed from Persian to Turkish, is Mediterranean countries, and it grows in Southwest Asia and North Africa.

What Are the Benefits of Coriander?

Apart from its taste, the main benefits of coriander, which is extremely beneficial for health, are as follows;

• In cases of swelling that occurs in conditions such as anemia or kidney dysfunction, coriander helps to remove excess water from the body.
• It has anti-rheumatic and antiarthritic properties.
• Thanks to its antioxidant feature, it helps to clean and prevent infections such as eczema and fungus.
• It is effective in lowering cholesterol level together with the acids contained in it.
• It is effective in preventing the occurrence of diseases such as heart attack and stroke.
• It has positive effects in lowering blood pressure in people with high blood pressure.
• It relaxes the tension in the blood vessels.
• It provides the removal of wounds and ulcers in the mouth.
• It prevents bad breath.
• It is a very rich source of calcium, so it is extremely valuable for bones.

How to Consume Coriander?

Fresh coriander can be consumed as a meal, or its leaves can be preferred for flavoring dishes such as casseroles. At the same time, the seeds can be mixed with honey or yogurt and consumed in different meals.