Meena Devi Meena Devi Asked 5 months ago

Is cilantro good for diabetes?

My husband has diabetes, and we are trying to incorporate more natural ingredients into his diet. I heard that cilantro (dhaniya) might be good for diabetes. Is there any truth to this?

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Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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Cilantro, you mean dhaniya? Ha! If only sprinkling dhaniya on everything could cure diabetes, I'd be diabetes-free by now. It's healthy for sure, good for general health, but for diabetes, better stick to what the doctor says and manage diet properly.

Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Hey! Don't stress too much about superfoods. Cilantro is definitely good for you, like most herbs, full of antioxidants. But for diabetes, it's about overall diet and lifestyle, not just one ingredient. Eat it, enjoy it, but also keep an eye on everything else, okay?

Varun Gupta Varun Gupta Joined May 2026 5 months ago

It's easy to look for quick fixes when dealing with diabetes, I know that feeling. Cilantro is a healthy addition to your food, but don't rely on it alone. Holistic management is key, and discussing with your doctor helps a lot with the stress.

Geeta Sharma Geeta Sharma Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Cilantro is generally considered good for health, including for people with diabetes. It's a natural herb.

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Sameer Khan Sameer Khan Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Cilantro is a healthy herb, no doubt. Good for general wellness, which supports diabetes management. But it's not a magic bullet. Combine a healthy diet, including such herbs, with regular exercise like walking, after checking with your doctor. That's the real combo.

Neha Patel Neha Patel Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Cilantro is definitely a healthy herb to add to your diet! 🌿 It has some good properties. Just remember, for diabetes, it's more about your whole meal plan and regular check-ups with your doc. Keep smiling! 😊

Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Dhaniya has always been used in our cooking, it's known to be cooling and good for digestion. Some say it helps with blood sugar too, but it's not a medicine. It can be part of a healthy diet, but for actual diabetes control, you must follow your doctor's advice, beti.

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