10 Powerful Benefits of Cilantro for Women's Autoimmune/Chronic Conditions

Camille McClellan
Dec 18, 2017
3 min read

Most often used as a cooking spice (for centuries), cilantro also has incredible health benefits that women have been taking advantage of for a long time. It is low in calories and can be added to salads, meats, or as a garnish, and even added to guacamole or mango salsa.

Cilantro is an amazing herb that has received tremendous applause from the health and wellness industry. In fact, you’re probably reading this because you’ve already heard about how popular this herb is, and you’d like to learn more.

10 Powerful Benefits of Cilantro for Women's Autoimmune/Chronic Conditions

It’s a fantastic cleanse for your body: Inflammation is basically a buildup of toxins like heavy metals (mercury, lead, aluminum), that can’t easily be removed from the body. This is due to sluggish kidney or liver function.
It contains antiseptic and antifungal properties. Cilantro can improve various skin condition such as eczema, dermatitis.
It works very well on the digestive system with symptoms from diarrhea, constipation, indigestion and gas.
Cilantro has anti-inflammatory properties that can help improve joint pain and other pain-related symptoms
Many women with autoimmune conditions suffer from sleep problems. Cilantro can reduce anxiety which can lead to sleep disorders
It can “calm the nerves,” and help reduce other stress-related chronic conditions.
It is excellent for weight loss. Women gain weight naturally as we age due to hormonal changes.
It is packed with vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A, C, E, and K, plus magnesium, Vitamin B6, Zinc, Phosphorus, Iron and Potassium - excellent for overall women’s health
It can be used for healthy brain function. Many autoimmune and other health issues come with a lack of mental clarity. Take your health back with this powerful herb that can support neurological health and inhibit oxidative stress.
Cilantro can fight infections. Due to health conditions such as autoimmunity, the body’s immune system weakens, leaving you susceptible to infections. Cilantro contains antioxidants can fight against free radicals and oxidative stress, improving immune system function.

Spices/herbs are some of the very most nutrient-dense and antioxidant-rich foods you can get, and we always recommend that you grow your own, since you’ll then know for certain that it was farmed correctly. Try to grow cilantro in spring or fall. Space the seeds about one-quarter inches apart from one another. Water the soil only when you notice that it’s going dry.

Cilantro can take up to a month to grow up to about six inches, when it can be harvested. When you’re ready to harvest, make sure that the seeds are nice and brown before removal. You can also just pick off the leaves. To do so cut the stalk a few inches below the sprouting seed. Make sure to keep at least a third of the plant in the soil after harvesting. Next, tie the stems of the cilantro in a bundle and then hang the bundle upside down in a brown paper bag to let it dry.

Some of the ways to add cilantro to your body:

As a fresh herb: by adding it into your foods for flavor.
As a boiled tea: where the herb is boiled in water then poured into a large jug, refrigerated, and can a warmed up in a cup for a week or two.
As an essential oil: add it to a carrier oil (like almond oil) and apply to the skin or through aromatherapy (misting through a diffuser).
As a liquid herb remedy: steeped, then placed in alcohol and then into a dark bottle or capsule.
As a homeopathic remedy: diluted and succussed over time and placed into a bottle as a liquid or pellets.

Disclaimer: Remember that it’s always important to check with your medical physician before adding any herbs or other holistic modalities to your life especially if you’re taking medications. This information is intended for educational purposes and should not be used as a cure for any health concerns you may have.

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