Cilantro,  A Herb And A Spice, Has Many Traditional Uses

Dhania (Coriandrum sativum Linn.), also known as coriander or Dhanyaka in Ayurveda, is a commonly used herb and spice. It is traditionally valued for its digestive properties and is used in various preparations for digestive complaints, as well as cold, cough, fever and other common ailments.

Cold/Cough

20 ml. decoction prepared from 5 gm. coarse dhania seed powder with sugar and turmeric powder thrice a day.

Dhania powder as herbal tea every morning prevents cold, cough and problems related to digestion.

Intestinal Worms

3–5 gm. powder with jaggery twice a day for 5 days.

Sunstroke/Dehydration

20 ml. decoction prepared from coarse powder with sugar and a pinch of salt frequently.

Indigestion

20 ml. decoction prepared from 5 gm. coarse powder with a pinch of ginger powder thrice a day.

Fever

20 ml. decoction from 5 gm. powder with sugar 3–4 times a day.

(Central Council for Research in Ayurveda and Siddha, India. The information provided here is based on traditional Ayurvedic practices and is intended for general informational purposes only.)