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Parsley itself looks perfect when garnishing dishes. In any case many have overlooked that this excellent herb can be used for various purposes. Eating enough parsley is tied to our own well-being. It can help provide protection and help prevent numerous infections.
Parsley
Not so long ago parsley was used to treat various ailments. Today it is returning as a breakthrough home remedy.
One of the medical problems parsley can help with is swelling of the feet.
Foot swelling
Foot swelling is most commonly understood to mean the accumulation of fluid in the area of the feet. Sometimes it is a typical condition, especially if you have been on your feet all day or during pregnancy.
In any case, swelling of the body and lower limbs can also indicate a health problem that requires consideration and treatment.
Causes
- kidney disease
- heart problems
- liver disease
- use of certain types of drugs
Parsley tea
Parsley is known as a distinctive diuretic. It encourages the body to eliminate excess water and salts by supporting the kidneys’ work in filtering water from the blood.
A study published in 2002 in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology provided supporting evidence for the use of parsley as a diuretic.
The study was conducted on mice (humans and mice essentially have similar physiology). Mice that received a parsley concentrate produced significantly more urine over 24 hours than those given only plain water.
Researchers acknowledge that the plant acts as a diuretic because it affects sodium and potassium channels, which in turn influences absorption processes and leads to an increased flow of urine.
Parsley is very rich in potassium. Many synthetic diuretic drugs reduce the level of potassium in the body. That is their main adverse effect.
If you use parsley, you avoid this.
Parsley is also a basic cellular tonic, a source of vitamins A and C, and it contains a considerable amount of folic acid, which is one of the most important substances in anti-tumor action against malignant growth.
How to prepare it?
Chop the leaves and root of the plant
Place roughly 1/4 cup of parsley into a tea infuser.
Insert the infuser with the parsley into a teapot and pour a cup of boiling water over it.
Let the mixture steep for 5 to 7 minutes.
Pour the tea into a glass.
You can also use honey and lemon to improve the taste of the tea.
Before using parsley tea, consult your healthcare professional.
