Dear Readers, Parsley is especially recommended for women. Not only does it help by relieving period pain, but it also fights the symptoms of menopause and helps prevent osteoporosis.
We give many of our dishes a very special touch with parsley, and we often don’t even know what great properties this green plant has.
Do you want to know how parsley can boost your health and beauty? Then you are exactly right here. And from today you season with the small, green leaves because you know what good things are in them!
Properties of Parsley
Parsley belongs to the same family as celery and dill, which is why their leaves look so similar. It has been used in cooking and as a medicine for centuries.
Originally it comes from the eastern Mediterranean, from where it conquered the whole world with the Greeks and later with other peoples.
Hippocrates and Galen mention parsley in their works. It was used by the Anglo-Saxons to treat skull injuries sustained in battle.
Let’s hope that skull fractures from tackles are less common today. Parsley is still grown around the world, but primarily to add an interesting flavor to food and drink.
Incidentally, oil is obtained from the seeds of the plant that has found its way into the cosmetics industry and is used in soaps and creams.
Parsley contains:
Vitamin C, Half a cup of parsley contains more vitamin C than an orange.
Vitamin K is needed for blood clotting and keeping bones healthy.
Beta-carotenes, strengthen the immune system and have an antioxidant effect.
Calcium, Parsley contains as much calcium as the same volume of milk.
Iron, relatively even more than in red meat.
Boron is a trace mineral used to relieve menopausal symptoms and prevent osteoporosis.
Fluorine is another trace mineral that strengthens bones.
Fiber, which improves digestion and helps prevent constipation.
Chlorophyll which also gives parsley its green color has a detoxifying and antiseptic effect.
Traditional use of parsley
It is interesting to know that all parts of the plant are used: its roots, its stem, its leaves, and its seeds. Parsley is used in the following areas of application:
Diuretic
Parsley consumption increases urine production by the kidneys, which promotes the elimination of metabolic waste products. This also prevents kidney stones and urinary tract infections heal faster. In addition, the liquid stored in the tissue is flushed out.
Prepare yourself tea or juice, for example like this:
ingredients
1 handful of parsley leaves with stems
1 cup water (250 ml)
preparation
Bring the water to a boil and add the parsley.
Let it boil for a few minutes, then steep a little more, and finally pour off the infusion.
You can drink this parsley tea warm or cold if you like, sweetened with honey.
Lowering blood pressure
The quite high potassium content is not only responsible for the diuretic effect, but also for the antihypertensive effect. Drink parsley juice or tea with it every day.
Stimulates blood circulation in the abdomen and pelvis
Parsley is an excellent remedy for women suffering from period pains. It relieves pain and stimulates menstrual blood flow.
Digestive aid and laxative
Since this plant stimulates the secretion of digestive juices, regular consumption can regulate digestion. Flatulence is prevented.
Purification
It is considered to be an excellent and effective means of detoxifying the body. Parsley supports the cleansing of the intestines, but also that of the lungs. Because it has a diuretic effect, there are also increased amounts of pollutants in the urine, and pollutants are excreted with less strain on the organs.
In this way, all organs involved in the detoxification of the body, in addition to the kidneys and intestines, especially the liver and bile, are relieved.
Hormonal regulation
Parsley consumption is recommended for women who are going through menopause.
Menopause: In salads, sauces, and mixed drinks… there are many possibilities
the hormonal balance is brought into balance, especially as far as estrogens are concerned,
Aphrodisiac
Since ancient times, this plant has been used to increase libido. There’s a scientific explanation for this, but it’s not very stimulating:
Stimulates menstruation
Stimulates the production of breast milk
Tones the uterus
Facilitates childbirth
Increases libido, especially in women
Parsley for beauty
In addition to its healing properties, it is a very special plant. When applied externally, it is a good ally in matters of beauty. In particular, it uses us to:
Elimination of small, reddish shimmering blood vessels in the face.
Reduction of excess sebum production by the skin
Reduction of brown skin spots
brightening the complexion
Elimination of blackheads
Acne Relief
acceleration of wound healing
You can prepare a face mask based on parsley to enjoy all of these benefits.
Ingredients
1 handful of fresh parsley
some hot water
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp honey
Preparation
Chop the parsley leaves as small as possible, then crush them in the hot water. You should get a paste that doesn’t require too much water.
In another bowl, combine lemon juice and honey, then add this mixture to the parsley paste.
Wash your face well with warm water and neutral soap.
Apply the face mask, then leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes.
Then rinse it off with lukewarm water.
After that, it’s best to treat your skin with some moisturizing cream.
Remember that this treatment should be done in the evening because the parsley mask makes your skin sensitive to the sun. Repeat the treatment once a week for good results.
If your skin is burning, there is probably a source of inflammation, for example, due to acne. The burning should subside quickly. If this is not the case, rinse off the mask even if the specified exposure time has not yet elapsed.
Another way to take advantage of the beauty benefits of parsley is to make a tea and use it topically as a tonic.
Ingredients
1 handful of parsley, leaves, and stems
1 cup water (250 ml)
Preparation
Boil the water, add the parsley, and then let it cool until it’s just lukewarm.
Pour the tea through a strainer and keep the liquid as a toner.
Dip a cotton ball in the tonic, then apply it to your clean, dry skin.
Above all, this facial toner helps to prevent skin spots
Thanks so much!