Coriander extract is usually extracted from the whole herb or seeds of coriander. Coriander extract can be extracted by distillation, solvent extraction, supercritical fluid extraction, etc. The ingredients and product characteristics extracted by different methods are slightly different.
Main components of coriander extract
Volatile oil: It is the main component of coriander extract, with a high content, including linalool, α-pinene, β-pinene, geraniol, nerol, etc. These ingredients give coriander a unique aroma.
Flavones: Such as apigenin, luteolin, etc., have biological activities such as antioxidants.
Coumarins: Contains umbelliferone, scopoletin, etc., which have certain medicinal value.
Others: It also contains vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, vitamin K, carotene, calcium, iron, and some nutrients such as fatty acids, proteins, and amino acids.
Efficacy of coriander extract
Antioxidant effect: Flavonoids and other ingredients in coriander extract have strong antioxidant capacity, which can remove free radicals in the body, reduce oxidative damage, and help prevent aging and diseases related to oxidative stress, such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, etc.
Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory: It has an inhibitory effect on a variety of bacteria and fungi. For example, it has a certain killing or growth inhibition effect on common pathogens such as Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Candida albicans. It can be used to prevent and assist in the treatment of some infectious diseases, and can also help reduce inflammatory reactions.
Appetite and digestion: Its unique aroma can stimulate the olfactory and taste nerves, increase the secretion of saliva and gastric juice, thereby playing an appetizing role, helping to improve problems such as poor appetite and indigestion.
Promote blood circulation: It helps to dilate blood vessels, reduce blood viscosity, promote blood circulation, and is helpful in preventing thrombosis and improving symptoms such as cold hands and feet caused by poor blood circulation.
Protect the liver: It can reduce damage to liver cells, promote the detoxification function of the liver, help maintain the normal physiological function of the liver, and have a certain protective effect on alcoholic liver damage.
Lowering blood sugar and blood lipids: Some studies have shown that coriander extract may reduce blood sugar and blood lipid levels by regulating sugar and lipid metabolism in the body, and has certain benefits for preventing and controlling diseases such as diabetes and hyperlipidemia.
Application of coriander extract
Food field
Seasoning: Widely used in the seasoning of various dishes, soups, sauces, etc., which can add unique flavor and aroma. For example, adding coriander extract to salads, stir-fried dishes, and hot pot bases can enhance the taste of food.
Beverages: Add to beverages such as herbal teas, fruit and vegetable juices, etc., to give the product a unique flavor and increase consumer choice.
Cosmetics field
Skin care products: Due to its antioxidant and antibacterial effects, it can be added to skin care products such as creams, lotions, and masks to help improve skin conditions, delay skin aging, and inhibit harmful microorganisms on the skin surface to keep the skin healthy.
Shampoo and conditioner: Helps clean the scalp, promote blood circulation in the scalp, improve hair quality, and prevent hair loss and dandruff.
Medical field
Drug raw materials: can be used as raw materials to develop drugs for the treatment of digestive system diseases, infectious diseases, cardiovascular diseases, etc., and can also be used in the research and development of some liver protection, blood sugar and lipid lowering drugs.
Health products: made into health products, used to enhance immunity, regulate blood lipids and blood sugar, protect the liver, etc., suitable for people with low immunity, high blood lipids and blood sugar, and liver health needs.
Fragrance industry
Perfume: The volatile oil components in coriander extract can be used as spices to add unique fragrance to perfumes, and are often mixed with other spices to create rich and diverse fragrances.
Air freshener: used to make air fresheners, scented candles and other products, exuding pleasant fragrance, purifying the air, and improving the indoor environment atmosphere.
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