Herbs
Parsley (Petroselinum Staivum)
| A.K.A.: |
Garden Parsley, Rock Parsley |
| Part Used: |
Leaves |
| Properties: |
Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antilithic, Antirheumatic, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Diuretic, Emmenaogue, Expectorant, Galactagogue, Hepatic, Lithotriptic, Nervine, Parasiticide, Purgative (gentle), Stimulant. |
| Primary Nutrients: |
Calcium, Chlorophyll, Cobalt, Copper, Iron, Potassium, Riboflavin, Silicon, Sodium, Sulphur, Thiamine, Vitamins A, B and C. |
| Primary Uses: |
Blood Impurities, Cystitis, Gallstones, Jaundice, Kidney Inflammation, Lactation/absent, Urine Retention |
| Secondary Uses: |
Allergies/hay fever, Arthritis, Asthma, Back Pain/low, Breath Odor, Cancer, Coughs, Conjunctivitis, Gonorrhea, Gout, Indigestion, Liver Disorders, Menstruation/absent, Nerve Problems/sciatic, Pituitary Problems, Prostate Problems, Rheumatism, Thyroid Problems, Tumors, Veins/varicose, Venereal Disease |
Parsley is often recommended as a preventive herb. It is so nutritious that it increases resistance to infections and disease. The root and leaves are very good for all liver and spleen problems caused by jaundice and venereal disease.
It is effective in treating the kidneys by providing essential nutrients that help to cleanse the blood filtering system.
It helps to protect and strengthen the urinary tract and is a mild and gentle diuretic. As a diuretic, parsley can help to reduce high blood pressure.
- The regular use of parsley can lower blood pressure and increase the depth of respiratory movement.
- Parsley acts as a gentle laxative and increases the flow of urine.
- Has been used for ailments of the liver and is a good tonic for blood vessels, capillaries and arterioles.
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