0 Coriander - Aurvedic Remedies

Coriander - Aurvedic Remedies

1. Conjunctivitis
Use 1–2 drops of diluted leaf juice to soothe the eyes.

2. Coughs, cold, flu
Crush
2 tsp of coriander seeds and add to 2 tsp of chopped, peeled ginger.
Put the mixture into a frying pan over a low heat. Stir to prevent the
mixture from burning. Add 2 cups of water. Cover the pan to retain the
fumes. Boil for a few minutes. Filter the liquid. Add 1 tbsp of honey
for taste and drink warm.

3. Headaches
Make a paste of dried coriander seeds and water - apply to forehead.

4. Nose bleeds
Put 5–6 drops of coriander oil or juice in each nostril.

5. Pitta disorders  
Add 1 tbsp of crushed seeds or leaves to 1 cup of water. Soak for at least 3–4 hours. Drink twice a day.

6. Sinus problems
Boil 2-3 tbsp of coriander seeds in 4 cups of water. Inhale.

7. Swellings
Apply a compress of damp; crushed coriander leaves to the swelling.
Drink a coriander tea infusion made with 1 tsp of seeds and 1 cup of hot water.

8. Other uses
Coriander
is used in cooking a variety of recipes. The powdered seeds can be
added to vegetables while cooking. A paste or chutney containing
coriander is used as an appetizer before meals. To make the chutney,
grind a medium bunch of coriander leaves and a small bunch of mint
leaves together with a little water, lemon or lime juice and a pinch of
salt. For variations, add mango pulp, grated coconut, chopped nuts,
natural yoghurt or sour cream. Serve as a sauce with vegetables.