🌿 Cilantro / Coriander

{"conditions_treated": ["Heavy metal toxicity (chelating agent \u2014 evidence for lead and mercury removal)", "Digestive issues (gas, bloating, indigestion, colic)", "Nausea and motion sickness", "Anxiety and insomnia (mild sedative \u2014 especially the seeds)", "Urinary tract infections (mild antimicrobial)", "Joint pain and rheumatism (anti-inflammatory)", "High blood sugar (hypoglycemic \u2014 coriander seeds)", "Food poisoning (antimicrobial against Salmonella)"], "preparation_methods": ["Coriander seed tea: 1-2 tsp crushed seeds steeped 10 min; for digestive issues and anxiety", "Cilantro pesto/chutney: Fresh leaves consumed for heavy metal chelation (must be consistent)", "Tincture: 1:5 in 45% alcohol; 2-4ml 3x daily for digestive issues or anxiety", "Coriander seed decoction: Simmer seeds 10 min for stronger digestive/carminative effect", "Infused oil: Coriander seed in carrier oil for joint pain (topical)", "Cilantro juice: Small amounts for detoxification (combine with chlorella for heavy metals)"], "active_compounds": ["Linalool", "Geranyl acetate", "\u03b1-pinene", "Camphor", "Flavonoids"], "toxicity_warnings": "Generally very safe. Some people have genetic aversion (tastes like soap). Excessive cilantro consumption may cause photosensitivity. Coriander seed oil is generally safe but use diluted. May lower blood sugar \u2014 caution with diabetes medications."}