What Are the Benefits of Cilantro Tincture?

Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is commonly known as coriander outside of the Americas. It is a common plant in southern Europe, North Africa and Southeast Asia and is utilized in cooking in many cuisines including Mexican, Chinese, Mediterranean, Indian, Texan and many more. Cilantro is also highly regarded for its healing properties and, depending on the culture or region in which it is used, is applied in different circumstances. These days, cilantro tinctures are increasingly popular, given that the tincture preserves the healing properties of the herb, making it easier to store and administer.

Reducing Metal Toxicity

• Cilantro tinctures are mostly known for helping to remove mercury and other toxic metals from the body. Those that consume generous amounts of tuna and other large fish in their diets can benefit from cilantro's ability to pull mercury and other metals such as lead and aluminum out of cells and, to a certain degree, carry it out of the system. This process is called chelation.

Digestive Aid

• Cilantro tinctures are also used as digestive aids. This herb has been found to prevent the formation of gas and, in cases where gas is already present, to force its release from the body, thus making it a common herbal cure for flatulence.

Diuretic

• Cilantro can also act as a diuretic, which means the herb can raise the rate or frequency of urination. Any cilantro tincture can be used to aid in this sense as well, though may be even more effective when combined with a cumin tincture or homemade brew of boiled cumin seeds.