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Magic Parsley

December 15, 2011   |   Sarah

Not just a garnish

Popular in many cultures as a garnish, did you know that parsley is also rich in nutritional and medicinal properties? It boosts the immune system and can prevent against many infections, colds and other diseases. Its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties can be useful in preventing and easing conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and certain cancers.

Vitamins and Minerals

A cup of parsley contains:

• more beta carotene (Vitamin A) than a large carrot
• nearly twice the Vitamin C of an orange more calcium than a cup of milk
• more iron than liver, gram for gram
• a good source of vitamins B1 and B2

Medicinal

Parsley has been known to have medicinal properties that can:

• Cleanse and strengthen the kidney and can even help break up kidney stones
• Help with bladder or urinary tract infections
• Aid digestion and promote a faster elimination of waste materials from the body
• Act as an anti-inflammatory, reducing joint pain and stiffness
• Boost the immune system and protect against colds and infections
• Help to protect the body against heart disease and cardiovascular disease
• Help with water retention, bloating, indigestion and flatulence
• Aid the digestion of proteins and fats
• The calcium and fluorine that is present in parsley can strengthen bones and teeth

Kissing Helper

When eaten fresh parsely is one of the best breath fresheners around, let alone the cheapest

 

 

Use it

Fresh chopped parsley can easily be added to a variety of dishes and condiments, such as:

• Fish & Chicken
• Rice
• Mayonnaise
• Salads & salad dressings
• Pasta sauces
• Soup

Hint: Buy a potted parsley plant for your home. You will always have a supply of fresh parsley, and the fragrance will enhance your home.

*Caution: In some conditions, such as pregnancy, parsley’s oestrogenic [estrogenic] components can make it dangerous. Please consult your doctor about use of parsley if you are pregnant.

This Health Tip brought to you by Dr Tony Lu

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