Spices · Property-derived
Coriander seed
Dhanyaka·धान्यक
Also called: dhania, koriander, cilantro seed, ground coriander
Unusual among digestive spices in being cooling — it supports digestion without adding heat, which is why it suits Pitta where cumin and pepper do not.
How Coriander seed affects your doshas
In Ayurveda a food's effect depends on your constitution. This is the lens the app uses to suggest what to favour and ease off.
| Dosha | Suitability | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vata | Neutral | Broadly neutral for Vata. |
| Pitta | Balancing | Calms Pitta — favour it when Pitta runs high. |
| Kapha | Balancing | Calms Kapha — favour it when Kapha runs high. |
Property-derived. Not directly cited classically — classified from its taste, potency and qualities. Weigh it accordingly.