Cilantro, or corriander, has many health benefits including:

Detoxing and removing heavy metals like mercury, aluminum and lead from the body and brain. Cilantro chelation, as it’s referred to, can help prevent depression, Alzheimer’s disease and keep your mind sharp.

Cilantro protects against Salmonella bacteria, aids in digestion, lowers blood sugar and bad cholesterol, is an anti-inflammatory, and is a good source of fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, phytonutrients and flavonoids.

Here are a few recipes containing cilantro:

Easy Cilantro Pesto Recipe

Pineapple, Grapefruit and Cilantro Shake

Best Guacamole Dip Recipe

Seven Layer Barley and Black-Eyed Pea Salad Recipe

Tandoori Chicken Recipe

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