Drinking Coriander Water Before Bed

Yes, if you tolerate coriander seeds and bedtime fluids, drinking coriander water before bed can support hydration without caffeine. Plain coriander water is not, however, a proven sleep aid. In a 2015 study in mice, coriander extract did not change the onset or duration of drug-induced sleep; the extract was not the same as coriander water.

Is coriander water good to drink before bed?

Coriander water can be a pleasant part of an evening routine if you enjoy its flavor and it doesn’t disturb your sleep. The water helps you stay hydrated, while coriander seeds add flavor without adding caffeine.

There is no established evidence that drinking coriander water makes people fall asleep faster or sleep more deeply. An animal study of coriander seed essential oil observed sedative effects after the oil was injected into the brains of newborn chicks. That experiment cannot show what happens when a person drinks an infusion of coriander seeds.

Try a small serving first rather than treating coriander water as a sleep remedy. If it causes discomfort or makes you wake to use the bathroom, have it earlier or skip it at night.

What are the possible benefits before bed?

Hydration

Coriander water supplies fluid just as plain water does. If you haven’t had enough to drink during the day, a small serving in the evening can be a comfortable way to have more. It is usually easier on your sleep to drink regularly throughout the day rather than trying to catch up just before bed.

Hydration supports normal body functions, but coriander water doesn’t provide a special overnight detox. The liver and kidneys do most of the body’s detoxification, while the lungs and gut also help eliminate waste.

A caffeine-free routine

Coriander seeds naturally contain no caffeine, so a plain infusion won’t add caffeine to your evening. Preparing and sipping it can also be a pleasant part of winding down, although that is different from evidence that the seeds have a sedative effect in people.

Flavor without much energy

Coriander seeds give water a mild flavor without requiring sugar. A strained, steeped infusion is generally very low in calories; its exact calorie content depends on how it is prepared and whether anything is added. Don’t count the calories in whole coriander seeds as though you had eaten them if you strain them out.

Could coriander water disrupt sleep or cause reflux?

The main bedtime downside may be the fluid itself. Drinking a large amount close to bed can leave you needing the bathroom overnight. If that happens, try a few sips rather than a full serving, or move the drink earlier in the evening.

If you have reflux, notice how you feel when you drink and then lie down. Fluids close to bedtime can be uncomfortable for some people, so an earlier serving may work better. Stop drinking coriander water if it consistently causes discomfort.

Avoid coriander seeds if you know you’re allergic to them. Seek urgent medical help for symptoms such as trouble breathing or swelling of the throat after consuming them.

If you have kidney disease or have been told to limit fluids, ask your clinician how the drink fits your fluid plan. Speak with a clinician if frequent nighttime bathroom trips, persistent reflux or poor sleep are troubling you; don’t change prescribed medicines to accommodate the drink.

When is the best time to drink coriander water?

There is no proven best time to drink coriander water for sleep. Choose a time that lets you enjoy it without discomfort or repeated bathroom trips. For many people, that may mean having it earlier in the evening rather than immediately before lying down.

Start with a small serving and pay attention to your own response. If you sleep comfortably, there is no need to change the timing. If you wake to urinate or notice reflux, try it earlier; there is no requirement to drink it at bedtime to obtain its hydration benefit.

How to prepare coriander water

Ingredients

1 teaspoon (5 mL) whole coriander seeds
1 liter water (about 4¼ US cups)

Method

Add the coriander seeds and water to a clean container.
Refrigerate for 2–4 hours to let the flavor develop.
Strain and serve a small amount; refrigerate the remainder.

For help planning another infusion, try the ai infused water generator.

For best flavor, drink the refrigerated infusion within 24 hours. Discard it after 2–3 days, or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling. Don’t leave it at room temperature for more than a few hours.