Most commonly known for its unique flavor in Latin and certain Asian fare, cilantro; coriandrum sativum has many healing benefits, as well.
"This herb isn't just a commonly-used leaf and seed ingredient found in many tasty and exotic recipes, it's also a powerful natural cleansing agent. Cilantro has been effectively used to help remove heavy metals and other toxic agents from the body.
The chemical compounds in cilantro actually bind to the heavy metals, loosening them from the tissues, blood and organs. Cilantro's chemical compounds then aid to transport these harmful substances out of the body through elimination." ~Globalhealingcenter.com
Other benefits may include, but are not limited to, digestion, hormone regulation, ease of nausea and intestinal gas, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidants, and overall immunity.
Cilantro leaves also contain significant amounts of calcium, magnesium, iron and fiber.
All of this said, it is a good idea to try to incorporate cilantro leaves (organic) into your daily regimen. One could easily add a handful of this delightful herb to at least one of their daily meals. The flavor is amazingly fresh, and the benefits are well worth it. Here's to your health!
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