It's not proven, there does seem to be a link between a specific genetic variation near the flavour receptor genes and a dislike of cilantro. read more
Cilantro, it's scientific name is Coriandrum sativum, describes the first or vegetative stage of the plant's life cycle. After the plant flowers and develops seeds, it is referred to as coriander. read more
Scientists have had a hunch for some time that cilantro hating might be partly inherited. But now a genetic survey of nearly 30,000 people has given us a definitive answer: hating cilantro is hard-wired into your genes. read more