Coriander & Cilantro

What is it?

Coriander is a Fresh Annual Herb, we can use both the leaves (Cilantro) & the seeds (Coriander). Coriander is known as both a Spice & an Herb. Cilantro more then Coriander has a strong following (as well as a strong group who dislike), it seems that you will either love it or hate it.

What’s in it?

Coriander & Cilantro have a good supply of Vitamin A, & K, as well as plenty of Vitamins B1, B2, C, E & Iron.

What does it do for us?

Cilantro & Coriander have a long history of Anti~Inflammatory properties. It’s been shown to lower cholesterol, help with Anxiety, be Anti~Microbal & Anti~Diabetic. It is also been shown to be helpful in removing Heavy Metals from the body, especially Mercury.

Best way to buy it?

Deep, Bright Green & Organic if possible, it’s quite easy to grow indoors actually. It can be found frozen, fresh, or dried (although dried is the least nutritious). If you buy a fresh stalk, place them in a vase like you would flowers to keep fresh.

Best way to use it?

Use Cilantro in place of Parsley or Basil, in Stir Fry’s, Soups, Stews, Sandwiches. If you are a lover of this Herb use it anywhere! Coriander Seeds can be used instead of Pepper in a mill, any food you’d like a  Middle Eastern Flair is great!

Special Notices:

 No special notes here.

Here’s to you being You.Naturally.