Cilantro



Perfect Portion: Eat as much as you would like.

  • Very low glycemic load
  • beneficial phytonutrients and antioxidants, especially the flavonoid quercetin.  
  • good source of dietary fiber and iron, magnesium and manganese.
  • natural anti-inflammatory and helps to alleviate the symptoms of arthritis.
  • contains an antibacterial compound, dodecenal, that has shown to be a safe, natural means of fighting salmonella.
  • helps to reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases good cholesterol (HDL).
  • assist the digestive system in the production of digestive enzymes.
  • good quantities of an alcohol known as borneol that is capable of destroying viruses and germs that cause colds.
  • ability to help control blood sugar and fight inflammation. 
  • The antioxidants found in cilantro help reduce free radical damage from exposure to sunlight. Research shows that daily use of cilantro helps in preventing skin cancer.

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