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Cilantro

Limited human evidence supports traditional uses; some in vitro and animal studies suggest antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties, but more research is needed.

Benefits

Key compounds

Linaloolgallic acidthymolbornyl acetateflavonoidsphenolic acidsfatty acidsterpenoidsvitamin Ccalciummagnesiumpotassiumiron

May help with

Best for these goals

Antioxidantantimicrobialanti-inflammatorypotential for heavy metal chelationcarminativediureticanxiolytic

How to use it

Fresh leaves in food, dried leaves as spice, essential oil, extracts

Evidence level

Limited

Cautions & interactions

Likely safe in food amounts; large medicinal amounts may cause allergic reactions (hives, swelling), GI discomfort, or increase bleeding risk; avoid large amounts before surgery; insufficient data for pregnancy/breastfeeding. | Interactions: May interact with photosensitizing drugs, antihypertensive drugs, sedative medications, antidiabetes drugs, and anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs; monitor closely.
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Educational information only — not medical advice, and not evaluated by the FDA. These statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Talk to a qualified healthcare provider before using any ingredient therapeutically, especially if pregnant, nursing, or taking medication.

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