Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Aromatic herb with fresh, lemony notes, digestive and carminative, valued for easing bloating and supporting elimination.

☀️ Summer

✓ Benefits

✓ Aids digestion and calms bloating
✓ Carminative: eases spasms and intestinal gas
✓ Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action
✓ Antibacterial, supports the gut flora
✓ Traditionally detoxifying (metal chelation)

! Contraindications

• Not recommended at medicinal doses during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Possible allergy (Apiaceae family)
• Caution with diabetes treatments (blood-sugar-lowering effect)
• Essential oil never undiluted, photosensitising

This information is provided for guidance only and is not a substitute for medical advice. In case of doubt, ongoing treatment, pregnancy or breastfeeding, seek the advice of a healthcare professional.

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