Coriander, also known as Chinese parsley, is a main spice in Mexican, Thai, Vietnamese and Indian cuisine. Coriander seeds have been used as a digestive aid for thousands of years. A strong tea can be brewed from the ground coriander seeds, which helps with sensitive stomachs and intestines. Coriander calms intestinal cramps and helps against diarrhoea.

Another traditional use of coriander is as a remedy for anxiety.

Coriander oil fights bacteria such as coli bacteria and salmonella. It is said to lower cholesterol levels.

 

Like many other herbs, coriander is also an antioxidant and fights free radicals in the body.