*Coriander seeds, also known as cilantro seeds, are the dry fruits of the coriander plant, Corinadrum sativum, of the parsley family.

*These are small and spindle-shaped, and are yellowish-brown in color.

*These seeds have a citrus aroma and a nutty, spicy and warm flavor.

*The seeds are used either whole or ground to a powder and used as a spice in soups, stews, curries, etc.

*Buying and storage: Select fresh, healthy-looking, evenly-sized and evenly-colored seeds without any visible holes, discoloration, or rancid smell. Store them in airtight containers in a cupboard away from light and heat. Whole coriander seeds stay fresh longer than ground coriander.

Is it raw?

Yes, these are mostly raw or sundried.
Make sure you read the label.

Health Benefits

1. Coriander seeds have an essential oil with active components like terpenes, linalool, and pinene that are responsible for its medicinal proeprties.

2. A tea is prepared by pouring boiling hot water on coriander seeds and allowing it to infuse for a few minutes. This is used to relieve symptoms from common colds and flu.

3. Coriander seeds are being studied for the various medicinal properties that it is believed to have. So far, laboratory studies showed that coriander seeds can regulate blood sugar levels by stimulating the production of insulin in the body.

4. They have also been shown to reduce the production of free radicals in the body and also lower the bad cholesterol in the blood. And these properties need to be studied in depth to study its specific effects in human beings.

5. Coriander seeds have a number of active components and volatile oils that have beneficial health effects.