Gardeners grow parsley in their backyard. But not everyone knows about the beneficial properties of this plant. What is parsley useful for, and what are its contraindications?
Parsley is grown everywhere and is used as a seasoning for various dishes. It is a small green plant with many small twigs and leaves. This plant is biennial. But in home gardens, parsley is grown in an annual culture. And in the second year, she begins to bloom and sheds seeds.
Parsley used to be used not as a spice, but as a medicinal plant. Therefore, it is of great benefit to the human body. This is due to the presence in its composition of a large amount of vitamins and minerals. Parsley contains vitamins of group B, A, E, C, pectin substances, mineral salts, organic acids, essential oils, iron, phosphorus, calcium and so on.
Useful properties of parsley
- Due to the content of vitamin K, it strengthens bones and protects the human nervous system from breakdowns.
- Possesses excellent antimicrobial action.
- It strengthens the immune system and has anti-inflammatory properties.
- It prevents the formation of gas in the intestines and improves digestion.
- Due to its low calorie content, parsley is eaten during various weight loss diets.
- Improves brain function.
- Improves vision.
- Normalizes the functioning of the kidneys, liver and genitourinary system.
- Prevents the formation of cancer in women.
- It also helps women cope with menstrual irregularities.
- In men, it normalizes the functioning of the prostate gland and prevents the formation of prostatitis.
- Helps in the treatment of cystitis, urolithiasis and malaria.
- Strengthens blood vessels and prevents blood clots.
- Normalizes the work of the heart.
- Maintains the tone of the body.
- In nursing mothers, it increases the production of breast milk.
- Treats atherosclerosis.
In addition to these useful properties, various decoctions, infusions and tinctures are made from parsley, which help to cope with headaches, smooth the skin of the face and hands, have a rejuvenating effect and relieve various edema. It is used both fresh and dried. Moreover, in folk medicine, the stem, root and leaves of parsley are used at the same time.
Contraindications for parsley
Despite all the beneficial properties of parsley, it also has contraindications for use. But this only applies to treatment with this herb. She has no contraindications for eating.
Parsley should not be used to treat ailments such as nephritis, liver problems, and an irritated stomach. Parsley seeds are highly toxic and cannot be used in large quantities. Herbal tea from this plant is not used for more than two weeks.
Also, you can not use parsley for cosmetic purposes during pregnancy and lactation, with various allergic reactions, children under 3 years of age and individual intolerance to drugs that include this plant.
