Coriander and parsley, the differences



If we want to find analogies between coriander and parsley we must refer to their leaves, whose shape can easily be confused, but in reality only that, because for the rest while being part of the same family, the Apiaceae, the indications differ in properties.

Parsley ... everywhere

If we have become accustomed to the concept of "parsley" as a synonym of presentationalism, this aromatic herb lends itself to being the companion of many foods in our kitchen , from here - precisely - the fortunate way of saying . Accompanies vegetables, meats, sauces, centrifuged and enhances the flavors.

But parsley is not only good, it's also good! It is rich in vitamins such as A, C, K, folic acid, beta-carotene. It gives an important contribution to mineral salts such as potassium, calcium, iron.

Parsley is an effective diuretic, lowers blood pressure, helps cleanse the body even in the liver, controls blood sugar levels, assists digestion, acts as an anti-fermentative, strengthens the immune system.

We can prepare an infusion of parsley with fresh leaves and stems, to drink after leaving them in boiling water 10 minutes.

Parsley: contraindications

The difference between use and abuse always informs us about the contraindications of aromatic herbs. Go ahead with the use of parsley in the kitchen. Phytotherapy or simple infusion is not recommended during pregnancy, because it can cause uterine contractions, and in case of renal dysfunction.

Coriander

Coriander looks a lot like parsley but at first glance! In reality the taste is different, with a spicy touch. Coriander uses both leaves and seeds and is considered a spice.

It can be used in the kitchen in leaves for a slightly spicy taste to flavor dishes, soups, meats and fish. The seeds have a citrusy aftertaste, similar to lemon and are used to preserve sausages and pickles and in phytotherapy.

For our well-being , coriander can be taken in various forms : decoction, dry extract, oil, hydroalcoholic extract and the seeds, as anticipated, are the part used.

Coriander has several beneficial effects for our well-being:

> natural antibiotic : suitable for food and fungal infections, it also responds well in the case of methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus;

> antispasmodic : in case of abdominal swelling and spasms, irritated colon, digestive difficulties, supports the physiological functions of the gastro-intestinal apparatus;

> chelating : in the case of heavy metal poisoning, mercury in a specific way, coriander detoxifies the organism by intercepting the absorption of these poisons;

> tonic : acts on the nervous system, stimulates activities and at the same time counteracts fatigue.

Coriander: contraindications

By virtue of the properties of coriander it is best not to use it in parallel with drugs for gastrointestinal function, so as not to cause an involuntary overdose.

It is not recommended for use even when taking antidepressants and anxiolytics. There are no data on its use in pregnancy but due to the precautionary principle it is better to avoid.

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