(PLO)- Coriander provides many essential nutrients such as vitamins A, K, C and several heart-healthy antioxidants.
Coriander (cilantro) is commonly used as a seasoning for everyday dishes across the globe. In particular, it is also used by Mexico, Asia and the Middle East as a main dish.
However, according to some studies by scientists, coriander also has many health benefits.
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Coriander (coriander) has many health benefits. Photo: PHUONG LE. |
Coriander benefits
Although research on coriander is limited. However, these studies have shown cilantro to have some amazing health benefits:
A good source of nutrition
Coriander not only has a unique color and taste, but it also adds nutrition to health. According to the Office of Dietary Supplements, a quarter cup of raw cilantro leaves (regarding the size of a golf ball) provides 16% of the recommended daily value of vitamin K. Vitamin K supports bone health.
Coriander also provides vitamins A and C 5% and 2% of the recommended daily value, respectively. These vitamins are essential for immune function.
Contains antioxidants
In addition to its vitamin value, coriander also provides important compounds called antioxidants, according to a review published in 2022 in the journal Molechles. Antioxidants are substances that can prevent or delay certain types of cell damage.
In coriander, there are many antioxidants, especially polyphenols are very important. According to a review published in 2019 in Food and Function, Polyphenols are antioxidants that can reduce inflammation. Polyphenols may prevent cell damage that contributes to premature aging and increases the risk of chronic diseases.
May help with heart health
Traditional medicine has long used parts of the coriander plant (such as coriander leaves) to relieve pain, inflammation, digestive problems…
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Traditional medicine has long used parts of the coriander plant to relieve pain and inflammation. Photo: PHUONG LE. |
In 2022, the Molecular Review stated that this vegetable is beneficial for heart health. Even coriander can regulate blood pressure and heart rate due to its high antioxidant content.
Potential Limitations of Cilantro
A study published in 2012 in the journal Flavor found that 2% to 21% of people dislike coriander, because they don’t like the smell of it.
According to a review published in 2019 in the journal Nutrients, a genetic variation — a permanent change to a person’s DNA — can make the body very sensitive to the odor of a compound in the body. Coriander is called aldehyde.
Usually many people eat coriander so it has a risk of bacterial infection, so you need to cook it better.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people at higher risk include those who are pregnant, those over the age of 65, or those with a medical condition that weakens the immune system. ripe.
How to eat coriander
If you are looking to increase your intake of antioxidants and vitamins, then you can eat more coriander than usual. You can garnish with cilantro in dishes, or sprinkle it on top of guacamole, salads, beans, stir-fries, soups, fish, curries, etc.
If you don’t like the above recipes, you can find recipes that incorporate these vegetables, like pico de gallo, pesto, chutney and drinks. Many people also combine grilled corn with chopped coriander and fresh lemon.
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PHUONG LE
Theo Health
