Parsley (Latin name: Petroselinum crispum) is a Mediterranean herb and because of its bright green leaves often plays a major role in the decoration of food. However, it is not just a decoration, but a medicinal plant worthy of attention.
First of all, parsley is known as an herb that stimulates the excretion of fluids from the body, so it is very useful for the health of the kidneys and urinary tract. So, parsley root acts as a diuretic and is used for the treatment of various forms of aquatic disease (excessive accumulation of fluid in the body). Traditional medicine parsley tea is recommended for arthritis, gout, kidney problems, for purifying the urinary tracts but also for the treatment of gastritis. Since it is known that effectively washes bacteria from the urinary tract, it is good to be used in the case of urinary organs, as well as after prostate surgery for faster recovery. It is often used as an ingredient of tea for the treatment of hepatitis and other complications caused by liver problems.
As well as it stimulates the secretion of fluids, encourages the excretion of salt in the body and affects the blood pressure reduction. For similar reasons, it can help in the fight against obesity. Then, it helps in increasing the elasticity of the blood vessels which reduces the risk of the usual cardiovascular disease.
Preparation of parsley tea:Cut the parsley root (about 15 grams) into cubes, and put it in 2 dl of boiling water and boil it for about 5 minutes. Strain it only after 15 minutes, in order to save all of its healing power it is necessary to drink 2 – 3 cups a day.
The leaves of parsley are an excellent source of vitamin C so it is good to eat them in fresh form. Excellent fit with soup, stew, boiled potatoes and many meat dishes. The “greens” stimulates digestion, stimulates the excretion of toxic substances, and refreshes your breath, so that effectively conceals even the smell of garlic.