Coriander Powder

Coriander powder (Botanical name – Coriandrum sativam) is derived from the seeds of the coriander plant also called as ‘Dhaniya powder’. It is an essential condiment in the Indian cuisine. Coriander from which the powder is made is one of the world’s oldest spices. It is considered both a spice and herb. It is also rich in vitamin A, C, K, E, Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Iron and dietary fibre. Ski wings coriander powders are hygienically packed and is directly collected from ramnad districts and also made with traditional hand pounding methods. Ski wing offers a wide range of organically growth and quality-oriented processes, Coriander are grown with care and no harmful pesticides and chemicals.

FLAVOUR:The seeds are dry fried and grounded. This helps to retain the aromatic flavour of the seeds. It adds a mild flavour and aroma to sweet and savoury food preparations.

MEDICINAL USE:  Coriander powder plays a crucial role in reducing the blood sugar level of the body as it contains hypoglycaemic property and the presence of volatile oils and nutrients inhibits the release of sugar into the blood that increases the insulin level in the body. Thus it reduces the diabetic symptoms such as frequent urination, fatigue etc.

 This anti-bacterial, anti-septic, and anti-microbial property of the coriander powder helps shielding the body from various infections like common cough, cold and flu symptoms as it is enriched with the essential nutrients like Vitamin A, C, folic acid and beta-carotene.

Regular consumption of coriander powder aids in digestion. The abundance of fibre in coriander relieves from various gastrointestinal problems like constipation, flatulence, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, dyspepsia, irritable bowel syndrome and also improves liver function.

Coriander has significance in promoting heart functions and reducing the risk of heart ailments. Being a powerhouse of antioxidants, it prevents blockage and formation of clots in the arteries causing heart block. It helps flush out sodium from the body and thus reduce elevated blood pressure readings. Regular intake reduces the bad cholesterol and increases good cholesterol.

The anti-bacterial and anti-oxidative potential of this seed promotes overall skin and hair health. It is strongly advised for various skin infections like acne, pimples, rashes, boils etc.  It prevents premature greying of hair and promotes new hair growth and also helps in treating scalp infections like dandruff, itching and hair fall.

Adding coriander to the regular diet helps women suffering from irregular menstrual cycle. This will help regularise menstrual cycle and also eases the pain down and control excessive bleeding.

Coriander helps calm your nerve, relieve anxiety that relax your body and improves sleep. It brings on sound sleep and relieves headaches and cases of dark circles around eyes. Chutney made of fresh coriander leaves also aids in sleep. It is used to treat sleeping disorders like insomnia.

It is identified as aphrodisiac food which means foods that have the power to boost the libido and cures the problem of fertility and sexual dysfunction. Dried coriander seeds have a euphoric effect especially on women. It helps aiding frigidity in both males and females.

Note: Coriander can cause allergic reactions. Symptoms of such reactions can include asthma, nasal swelling, hives, swelling inside the mouth. These reactions appear to be most common in people who work with spices in the food industry.