Vietnamese Coriander
OTHER NAME(S): Asian Mint, Coriandre du Vietnam, Daun Kesom, Daun Kesum, Daun Laksa, Dawn Kesum, Dawn Laksa, Hot Mint, Korianderpilört, Laksa Leaf, PakPaw, Perennial Coriander, Persicaire du Vietnam, Rau Răm, Renouée Odorante, Vietnamese Mint, Persicaria odorata, Polygonum odoratum, Cilantro vietnamita, Coriandre vietnamienne
Overview
Vietnamese coriander is an herb. The leaves are used for medicine.
People use Vietnamese coriander for diabetes, stomach pain, constipation, dandruff, gas (flatulence), and to reduce sexual desire, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
In food, Vietnamese coriander is used to flavor soups, stews, and salads.
Vietnamese coriander contains chemicals called flavonoids. These chemicals work as antioxidants. Vietnamese coriander also contains a chemical that seem to stop cancer cells from growing.
Vietnamese coriander contains chemicals called flavonoids. These chemicals work as antioxidants. Vietnamese coriander also contains a chemical that seem to stop cancer cells from growing.
Uses
Insufficient Evidence for
- Constipation.
- Dandruff.
- Diabetes.
- Gas (flatulence).
- Stomach pain.
- To reduce sexual desire.
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of Vietnamese coriander for these uses.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Vietnamese coriander is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Vietnamese coriander is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Vietnamese coriander is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Vietnamese Coriander overview.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of Vietnamese coriander depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for Vietnamese coriander. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
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