Description
Name
Coriander
Coriander, an herb widely used as a cooking seasoning, offers health benefits such as helping to control cholesterol, prevent anemia, and improve digestion.
In addition to being used to add flavor and aroma to culinary preparations, coriander can also be used to enhance salads, green juices and teas.
Benefits of Coriander
Prevent cancer, because it is rich in carotenoids, substances with high antioxidant power;
Protect the skin against aging, as it is rich in carotenoids and reduces damage caused by UVB rays;
Help control cholesterol, as it contains unsaturated fats and vitamin C, which help reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase good cholesterol (HDL);
Improve digestion, as it regulates liver function and helps fight intestinal infections;
Help control blood pressure, because it is rich in calcium, a nutrient that helps relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure;
Help detoxify and eliminate heavy metals from the body, such as mercury, aluminum, and lead. See more here;
Prevent anemia, because it is rich in iron;
Fight intestinal infections, because its essential oil has antimicrobial properties and its nutrients help to strengthen the immune system.
Nutritional Information
Average nutritional values per 100 g
- Energy: 146 kJ / 35 kcal;
- lipids: 0.9 g
- of which saturated: 0.1 g
- carbohydrates: 2.6 g
- of which sugars: 0.9 g
- fiber: 3.48 g
- proteins: 4.0 g
- salt: 0.01 g
Conservation
Store in a cool, dry place
Origin
Portugal – West Zone
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