Lose Weight with Cilantro and Coriander By Drinking Cilantro Leaf And Coriander Seed Teas vs Eating Cilantro Leaf Pesto Every Day vs Replacing Meals With Cilantro Leaf Smoothies ... and 2 more
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Lose weight with cilantro and coriander.
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The Benefits of Weight Loss With Cilantro and Coriander
Cilantro and Coriander describe the same common culinary herb with the name cilantro referring to the leafy plant in the early stage of it's life, before it blossoms and the term coriander describing the seeds that result after the plant has bloomed and gone into the second stage of it's development. In grocery stores you may find the leaf herb sold under both names and the seed sold as cilantro seed or cilantro powder. You might also find it sold with the name Chinese Parsley.
Both the leafy parts and seeds of this plant are very high in nutrition, while at the same time super low in calories and fat-free, which makes it an excellent food to eat if you are trying to lose weight. Both cilantro leaf and the seeds are natural diuretics that help the body eliminate excess water, giving you a trimmer, leaner appearance, especially around the abdominal area.
Cilantro and Coriander can help get rid of fat and water retention that gathers around the waist.
Cilantro leaf and seeds help you lose weight because:
- Both the leaf and seeds of this common herb are powerful natural diuretics that detoxify the kidneys, liver and tissues, reducing bloat and water retention and helping you to lose weight fast
- Both the seeds and leaf contain constituents that help stabilize blood sugar and lower high blood sugar, thus giving it the nickname "the anti-diabetic herb"
- Cilantro leaf contains a bit of protein, which stabilizes blood sugar levels and helps you to feel fuller until it is time to have the next meal
- Both the seeds and the leaf are a digestive aid that helps restore your natural gut flora and helps your entire system digest food more effectively
- Cilantro leaf and coriander seeds contain an oil that helps to eliminate yeast, fungus and bacterial infections that might be affecting your gut's ability to absorb nutrients, which in turn causes cravings, inflammation and high toxicity levels that make it almost impossible to lose weight
- Both the leaf and the seeds have the ability to lower high blood pressure and lower high cholesterol levels , thus helping your circulatory system and metabolism to work more efficiently
- Both the leaf and seeds of this herb contain Vitamin E, which helps sustain the health of the pituitary, the master gland that regulates your metabolism and also prevents loose skin from occurring as the result of rapid weight loss
- Both the seeds and leaf contain polyphenols that support the elimination of fat cells from the liver, thus aiding individuals with fatty liver disease to get rid of fat deposits faster as they diet
- The seeds and the leaf are very high in potassium which helps reduce stress on your liver and kidneys so that you are less likely to suffer from water retention and the bloating that comes with it
- Both cilantro leaf and coriander seeds contain calcium, magnesium and manganese, minerals that are helpful in treating the insomnia and anxiety that often plagues dieters and helps them get the rest they need at night so they can are better able to lose weight
- The high iron content in cilantro leaf and coriander seeds helps purify the blood and support the function of the kidney and liver, thus promoting weight loss
- Cilantro leaf and coriander seed are very rich vitamins that support the health of the immune system and endocrine system including vitamins A, C and K, which in turn promotes and efficient working metabolism weight loss
- With the exception of B12 and biotin, both the seeds and the leaf contain a broad spectrum of B vitamins, almost making it a whole food
Cilantro and coriander reduce belly bloat due to gas and edama.
- Cilantro leaf is the ideal diet food for those on low calorie diets as it contains on 2 calories per half of a cup and yet still provides a great deal of nutrition and flavor
- Cilantro leaf causes you to lose weight because it takes more energy to digest it then it does to actually eat it, defining it as a negative calorie food
- Cilantro leaf is very high in fat-soluble Vitamin A, retinol, alpha-carotene and beta carotene which helps support the health of the liver
- Cilantro is also high in Lutein, zeaxanthin and cryptoxanthin, which not only help prevent blindness, but also support the health of the tinier blood vessels, thus preventing cellulite, bloating, diabetic neuropathy and other problems experienced by overweight people
- One cup of chopped fresh cilantro leaf contains 3% of our daily requirement for Vitamin C, which supports the health of the entire body, but especially the endocrine system that supports metabolism
- The high vitamin K level in cilantro leaf, at 3% of your daily requirement per half of a cup helps thin the blood, lower cholesterol and improve circulation, which in helps your body metabolize carbohydrates into fuel instead of fat
- Cilantro leaf is very high in folate, which helps your body convert carbohydrates into fuel instead of fat, keeps your bloodstream renewing and repairing itself and keeps your hair and skins stay healthy while you are dieting
- Cilantro leaf is very high in quercetin, which helps lower cholesterol and high blood pressure and keeps your metabolism working in an efficient manner
- Cilantro leaf is high in fiber and helps to clean waste out of the colon, which in turn, helps you achieve a flatter looking tummy
- Cilantro Leaf contains chlorophyll, which is a very potent detoxifier of all cells and prevents the kind of inflammation that discourages exercise and causes weight gain
Method 1: By Drinking Cilantro Leaf And Coriander Seed Teas
Cilantro leaf and Coriander seeds are from the same plant.
Cilantro Leaf tea helps you lose weight because it is a powerful diuretic high in vitamins, antioxidants and potassium. You can buy cilantro leaf tea in tea bag form or as loose leaves or you can make the tea from the fresh leaves you have purchased at the market or grocery store.
Be sure to consult with your doctor before using cilantro leer or coriander tea to lose weight. The tea may not be suitable for those who suffer from dehydration due to medication or a medical condition, as the tea makes you lose even more water. Cilantro leaf tea also lowers your blood sugar and your blood pressure, which may interfere with medications that you might already be taking to lower your those levels. You should also not drink too much cilantro tea if you are expecting to have surgery, as it can lower your blood sugar or blood pressure levels while you are under anesthesia and cause complications.
To make cilantro tea from a tea bag or dried leaves:
- 1Cilantro tea is available in most health food stores because it is recognized as an effective weight loss aid.[[Image:Lose Weight with Cilantro and Coriander_81438.jpg\center|frame|Pour 1 cup of water over a cilantro leaf tea bag.]Pour 1 cup of boiling water over one cilantro teabag or a tablespoon of dried loose cilantro leaves.
- 2Cilantro leaf tea goes well with a wedge of lemon or a grapefruit slice. You can also add a sprig of mint or a slice of ginger to the tea to make the flavor more interesting.Let the cilantro leaf tea steep for about ten minutes and then serve.
Coriander tea goes well with lemon.
To make cilantro tea from fresh leaves
- 1A cup of cilantro (roughly a half of bunch sold tied with an elastic) is usually the perfect amount for this.Finely mince a handful of washed cilantro and then place the leaves in an infusion teapot.
An infusion teapot is best for making cilantro tea from fresh leaves. - 2If you want a stronger brew, then steep it for longer. This means that the tea may not be very hot, but you can always wrap it in a kitchen towel or cover it with a tea cozy to keep it warmer. You can also add this tea to a stronger tea that you also like to drink. Coriander leaf tea also goes great with ginger tea, peppermint tea, Earl gray tea and Chai. Simply mix the brew that you have made with the fresh minced leaf with a cup of your regular tea to enjoy it this way.Pour 2 cups of boiling water over the freshly chopped and let it steep for about twenty minutes.
You can mix coriander tea with your favorite tea. - 3This can mean that you are becoming dehydrated or that the fresh tea has caused your blood sugar or blood pressure to lower to unhealthy levels. For this reason, it is best not to drink more than one cup of this tea a day.Most people can drink this tea every day without any particular side effect besides the desired excessive urination but if dizziness occurs as a symptom, stop taking it.
To make coriander tea from seeds:
- 1Coriander seeds are widely available all over the world. Do not buy ground coriander powder, as it does not contain the volatile oils or flavor needed to make an effective weight loss brew.Purchase a box or packet whole coriander seeds from the spice section of your grocery store or health food store.
Whole coriander seeds. - 2Your intention here is to apply pressure to the seeds so that they crack a bit so that they will release their volatile oil compounds once the boiling water is poured on them. You can also grind them up a bit with a mortar and pestle.Place the whole coriander seeds in a bowl and mash them with the underside of a spoon.
Coriander seed can be mashed in mortar and pestle. - 3If you want a stronger brew, then steep it for longer.Pour 2 cups of boiling water over the mashed seeds and let it steep for about twenty minutes.
You can brew the coriander seed tea right in the cup if you like or you can use an infuser style teapot. - 4Coriander seed tea can be strong and can also be added to other teas or juices and served cold over ice. It goes well with citrus juices, cranberry juices, black tea and green tea. It particular suits orange flavors like blood orange, tangerine or sweet orange.Have a cup of Coriander seed tea every day to lose weight.
Coriander seed goes well in iced tea and with fruit juices.
Method 2: By Eating Cilantro Leaf Pesto Every Day
A dish of cilantro leaf pesto.
Cilantro pesto is more than just a topping for noodles, a spread for toast or a dip for chips. Eating just two tablespoons of it, even straight from the bowl, can help you lose two pounds a week. Note that you should stop eating this pesto within two weeks of having surgery as it can cause your blood sugar to drop during surgery.
To lose weight with Cilantro pesto:
- 1Macerate all of the ingredients together and blend until you have a lumpy paste. If the mixture seems too thick, add a little bit of cilantro to the mix to help make it thinner.In a food processor, whirl together one cup of fresh cilantro, six tablespoons of olive oil, six cloves of garlic, a half a cup of almonds or cashews and two tablespoons of lemon or lime juice in a blender.
The ingredients to make cilantro pesto. - 2Cilantro pesto also goes well in tacos, soups, stews, guacamole and as a condiment for hamburgers.Eat two tablespoons of this every day, in any way that you wish for as long as you want and you will watch the pounds drop off.
Cilantro pesto goes great with noodles.
Method 3: By Replacing Meals With Cilantro Leaf Smoothies
To lose weight by drinking cilantro leaf smoothies, you will need to replace at least one meal a day with one of the smoothies listed below. All of the cilantro weight-loss smoothies listed below are below 200 calories and some are even below 100 calories. Depending on which meal that you choose to replace, you can save yourself about 7000 calories in a week which equates to being two pounds of weight loss a week. If you replace two meals a day with a coriander smoothie, you can lose up to five pounds or even more in a week.
Note that this dietary approach fits into the category of crash-dieting because it involves a big reduction in your daily calorie intake. It is a good idea to consult with your physician before you embark on any type of diet that limits your caloric intake. This is not a suitable diet regimen for pregnant women or people with eating disorders.
Each of the recipes below creates a twelve ounce serving and is 200 calories or less.
- 1Blend together 1 cup of ice , ½ cup of unsweetened orange juice, 2 tablespoons of grated ginger, 1 tablespoon of flax seeds, 2 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice in a blender and blend until frothy and pourable. The ginger stimulates your circulation, which in turn enables your metabolism to work more efficiently so that you can lose the pounds more efficiently. Both the lemon and orange is rich in Vitamin C and zinc, which helps deal with inflammation and weight gain due to infections and bloating.Make a Cilantro, Lemon and Ginger Smoothie at 65 calories.
A cilantro, lemon and ginger smoothie.
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Make a Spicy Coriander, Beet and Carrot smoothie at 75 calories per serving
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A coriander, beet and carrot smoothie.
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Make a Cilantro, Papaya and Mint smoothie at 80 calories per serving
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Cilantro, papaya and mint smoothie.
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Make a Cilantro, Cranberry and Lemon Smoothie at 85 calories a serving
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A cranberry cilantro and lemon smoothie.
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Make a Cilantro, Tangerine, Celery and Kale smoothie at 95 calories
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A weight loss smoothie made with cilantro, tangerine, celery and kale.
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Make a Cilantro, Guava and Avocado smoothie at 110 calories per serving
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Avocado, guava and cilantro leaf smoothie.
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Make a Hot and Spicy Cilantro Gazpacho at 115 calories per serving
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A spicy gazpacho smoothie.
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Make a Cilantro, Kale, Apple and Celery Smoothie at 120 calories
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A cilantro, kale, apple and celery smoothie.
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Make a Cilantro, Mango and Banana smoothie at 130 calories per serving
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A cilantro mango and lime smoothie.
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Make a Cilantro, Apple and Grapefruit Smoothie at 140 calories
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An apple coriander and grapefruit smoothie.
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Make a Cilantro, Lime and Coconut Oil smoothie at 170 calories
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A cilantro lime and coconut oil smoothie.
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Make a Cilantro, Pineapple and Mango smoothie at 160 calories
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A Cilantro, pineapple and mango smoothie.
Method 4: By Adding More Cilantro Leaf to Your Daily Diet
Cilantro leaf enhances many different types of dishes including meats like lean pork.
Adding fresh cilantro leaf to your diet every day is a great way to take advantage of the healing constituents and weight loss benefits that it has to offer. The best kid of cilantro to use is organic, which can be found at most health food markets and at some grocery stores and Asian and Mexican specialty food markets. Here are some ways to enjoy a fresh cilantro dish every day.
- 1Cilantro goes with almost every type of savory dish and it goes especially well in Asian and Mexican dishes.Add chopped fresh cilantro leaf to all of your savory dishes including salads, soups, sauces, rice dishes, potato dishes and main dishes.
Fresh cilantro can be added to almost any savory dish including toast and eggs. - 2This is a garnish made from equal parts of chopped raw garlic, minced garlic and lemon zest. Sprinkle the gremolata over braised or roasted meats, seafood or vegetables periodically while they are cooking and soon everything melds together to create a soft crusty topping and sauce for what you are cooking. Gremolata is healthy because it is a potent anti-inflammatory and immune booster that assists fights inflammation. It also contains chromium which helps keep high blood sugar and high blood pressure in check.Make an Eastern influenced non- traditional Italian gremolata.
Cilantro gremolata flavoring a steak. - 3Heat two cups of milk, ½ cup of chopped cilantro, 1 chopped white onion, four ounces of butter and a tablespoon of flour in a saucepan Season with ten whole peppercorns and keeping stirring the mixture over low heat until it thickens becomes creamy. This slightly lemony could be served over any type of meat vegetable and would be especially good served over turkey, chicken, white fishes, rice or as a sauce for a low calorie glucomannan pasta.Make a creamy cilantro sauce to pour over meat, fish or vegetables.
- 4Combine two tablespoons of tahini with the juice of 1 lemon, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, ¼ cup of hot water and ¼ cup of chopped cilantro in a sauce pan. Cook over low heat and stir constantly for about eight minutes until the mixture thickens. You can serve this sauce hot or cold over all kinds of vegetables, meats or fish. It adds a bit of an Asian flair to steamed asparagus.Make a Cilantro, Garlic and Lemon sauce to pour over roasted or steamed meat and vegetables.
Cilantro, garlic and lemon sauce bubbling away in a pan. - 5In a bit of butter or olive oil, sauté two cups of spinach with a cup of cilantro, two tablespoons of chopped garlic and a white bean type such as navy beans or coriander beans. Stir until the spinach is wilted and everything is cooked until firm and then season the dish with salt and pepper and serve. The Italian name for this dish is puttanesca and steak or sausage is also sometimes added to the dish..Make a traditional Cilantro, White Bean and Spinach stir fry.
An Italiancoriander puttanesca. - 6Combine one cup of chopped coriander with one cup of cooked black or red rice, chopped mint leaves, a sprinkle of lemon juice and sesame seeds and a dash of sesame oil. If you can tolerate soy you can also add a dash soy sauce to this mix.Make a Chopped Coriander, Mint and Black Rice salad.
A Black rice, mint and coriander salad. - 7Combine ¼ cup each of minced cilantro, mint, parsley, garlic, ginger, scallions, minced hot chilies and white onion. Add a cup of chopped tomatoes, chopped cucumbers and red bell pepper to the mixture. Season the salad with the zest of 2 lemons, a dash of ground cinnamon, and a dash each of salt and pepper. Blend all of the ingredients together so that all of the flavors meld together and serve. Every ingredient in this salad is chock full of the antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that promote weight loss. The chili peppers and cinnamon powder in this salad boost the circulation so that it is easier for your system metabolize fats.[[Image:cr888_55700.jpg|center|frame|A tabbouleh salad made with coriander.]Make a Spicy Minced Coriander Tabbouleh Salad.
- 8Fill the glass with ginger beer and serve with a wedge of pineapple or a cinnamon stick.Make a Coconut, Ginger and Cilantro cocktail, also sometimes called a Cilantro Moscow Mule In a tall glass filled with ice, muddle together five sprigs of cilantro, 3 lime wedges, an ounce of pineapple juice and an ounce of coconut rum.
Method 5: By Adding More Coriander Seeds to Your Diet
Coriander seeds add flavor to all kinds of condiments and dressings.
Here are some ways to add more coriander seeds to your diet in order to take advantage of their weight loss and other health benefits.
- 1Coriander seeds add a bit of heat and lemony flavor to every dish and when you are able to always grind the whole peppercorns like this, you are sure to enjoy the weight loss benefits of the volatile oils from the freshly cracked seeds. Coriander can also add enough heat and flavor to your food to help you use less regular salt, which is beneficial for your liver and kidneys and helps promote weight loss.Put the whole coriander seeds inside of a pepper mill and then use it often to add ground coriander to your foods, just like you would salt or pepper.
Coriander seeds can be ground up in a pepper mill and even be ground up along with other spices. - 2Usually the coriander breaks up during the cooking process, imbuing the dish with nutrients and the volatile oils that boost the immune system, repair the pancreas and liver and encourage weight loss.Add whole coriander seeds to broths, soups and stews.
- 3Combine vanilla soy milk, honey, coriander and cinnamon in a saucepan and stir over low heat until hot. This drink relieves anxiety, muscle cramps and depression and also helps remedy the insomnia that often accompanies dieting. Regular cow's milk or any type o nut milk can also be substituted for the soy milk in this recipe. This nourishing drink also provides a quick source of protein while at the same time stimulating the circulation.Make a traditional hot Cilantro drink to calm your nerves.
- 4The coriander seeds will impart a subtle pleasant flavor to the meal and you can use the water brewed in the seeds to make sauces and dressings, or simply drink it as a tea later.Add coriander seed to steaming waters when steaming fish, rice or vegetables.
- 5Ground coriander seeds augment the flavor of both sweet and savory pancakes.Add ground coriander seeds to your pancake or waffle batter to give them an intense lemon flavor.
Add ground coriander seeds to your pancake batter for an interesting twist. - 6Coriander seeds go especially well with dressings made with rice vinegar, citrus juices, sesame oil, balsamic vinegars and soy sauce. They also augment green goddess style dressings that have a and avocado base.Add whole coriander seeds to any dressing that you make to add a spicy, lemony flavor to your dressing.
- 7Heat 1 cup of honey with three tablespoons of coriander seeds and bring to a boil. The mixture will thicken to make a syrup. Chill the syrup in the refrigerator until it is cool enough to use in a beverage. Combine two ounce of orange liquor, such as Cointreau with an ounce of dry while vermouth, two ounces of the coriander and honey syrup and a dash of bitters in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously and then pour over ice. Garnish with lemon or orange slices and a sprig of coriander and serve.Make a Coriander, Orange and Honey cocktail.
A coriander, orange and honey cocktail.
Tips and Tricks
Avoid buying wilted or brown cilantro as it could be toxic.
- Choose cilantro leaves that are a deep emerald green in color and avoid buying cilantro with brown leaves as it will rot very fast
- Buy whole coriander seeds rather than coriander powder as the powder loses its flavor quickly and might also be cut with other substances
- You can make your own coriander powder by using a spice grinder, coffee grinder or mortar and pestle to crack the seeds open and release the oils
- Coriander seeds should be stored in an airtight container in a cool dark place where the whole seeds will keep for a year
- Do not use coriander seeds that appear grey or moldy or that are wet to the touch after being stored for a long period of time.
- Cilantro leaf should be ideally stored inside a plastic bag that is then placed inside a plastic tub with a lid and this will help the herb stay fresh for about a week
- If the roots of the Cilantro plant are still attached when you buy it you can enjoy eating fresh cilantro for weeks by sticking the whole plant in a glass of water an keeping it in the refrigerator
- You can chop up cilantro leaves and freeze them in airtight containers or bags for later use
- To use cilantro leaves quickly at a later date, you can freeze them with a bit of water or soup stock in ice cube trays and pop them out for use in soups, stews and smoothies
- Be aware that the high amounts of Vitamin K in coriander seeds and cilantro leaf is a natural blood thinner that can interfere with the effects of blood thinning drugs.
- If you are allergic to fennel, dill or caraway, then it is possible that you are allergic to cilantro seeds or leaf.
Questions and Answers
Not able to lose weight. What is the issue with my body? Exercising is also not helping?
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