Parsley is a garden plant familiar in our latitudes, which is actively used in cooking. Spicy grass is famous for its rich vitamin composition, and infusions and decoctions from it successfully cope with cosmetic and medical problems.
Vitamin and Mineral Balance
Useful substances are saturated in all parts of the plant: from rhizomes to seeds.
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Calorie content - 49 kcal / 100 g of product.
Did you know? In ancient Rome, parsley was given to the gladiators before the battle in order to increase their strength and give them fearlessness.
The benefits and harms of parsley and the infusion of it
Parsley infusion in alternative medicine is used to treat diseases of many body systems.
- The product helps with the following properties and actions:
- It is an expectorant for diseases of the lungs and bronchi;
- strengthens the protective properties of the body and increases resistance to viruses and infections;
- exhibits antiseptic and antibacterial properties;
- improves the circulatory system;
- lowers blood sugar and cholesterol;
- improves metabolic processes and digestion;
- strengthens the heart muscle;
- increases hemoglobin level;
- facilitates the removal of sand and stones from the kidneys and the pain associated with this process.
In adults, one of the complications accompanying diseases of the abdominal cavity is abdominal dropsy (ascites). In children, the disease can develop at an early age due to congenital problems with the kidneys, malnutrition (malnutrition and delayed physical development).
Parsley infusion in milk has a strong diuretic effect, which helps to eliminate excess fluid.
- It is contraindicated to take an infusion in the following conditions and diseases:
- in acute form of cystitis and nephritis;
- with pancreatitis;
- with gout;
- with epilepsy;
- with allergies.
Important! With the abuse of a medicinal drink, negative manifestations are possible: headache and muscle pain, nausea, lack of appetite.
For adults
Being a low-calorie product, greens can be consumed daily. Given its ability to accelerate metabolic processes, gently cleanse the body of toxins and toxins, the use of the product for weight loss is more than obvious.
Parsley contains certain substances, such as hormones, that help normalize the hormonal background in both men and women, and regulate the function of producing sex hormones.
It is useful for women to take tea from parsley for problems during menstruation, as well as during menopause to alleviate the condition during ebbs and flows. The infusion will help calm the nervous system, remove anxiety, insomnia. It is worth including greens in your diet during pregnancy planning, it will saturate the body with vitamins and minerals, improve the reproductive system.
For cosmetic purposes, parsley is more often used by women in the form of:
- nutritious masks;
- whitening tonics;
- masks for strengthening hair.
- A medicinal drink is also useful for maintaining sexual function:
- normalizes the tone of the prostate;
- increases libido;
- improves sperm quality.
For children
Parsley, tea or infusion of it will help strengthen the children's body, increase its resistance to viruses and infections. The product increases concentration, the ability to memorize and absorb educational material. Carotene in the composition will increase visual acuity.
It is important to take care of dental and oral health from an early age. The anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties of the infusion will support the health of the mucosa, destroy pathogenic bacteria. The presence of fluorine and calcium in the composition of greens will help strengthen the gums and enamel. The infusion will help to cope with stress, improve digestion, the endocrine system. Used externally, it will help get rid of teenage acne.
For pregnant
From the first days of pregnancy, the restructuring of the female body begins. There are changes in the hormonal system, a woman experiences a nervous load, anxiety, often sleep problems.
The mother’s body spends the available vitamin and mineral reserves on the formation of the fetus, because of which the appearance of the pregnant woman suffers, bones become brittle, and the teeth crumble. Digestive problems, swelling and loss of appetite, and nausea are frequent during this period. Hemoglobin levels may decrease, leading to anemia, loss of strength, and chronic fatigue.Important! It is not recommended to take parsley infusion in the presence of miscarriages in previous pregnancies, as well as with epilepsy.
- The use of tea, infusion, fresh or frozen parsley will significantly support the body of the future mother:
- prevent vitamin deficiency and anemia;
- increase hemoglobin level;
- normalizes pressure;
- reduce swelling;
- increase appetite;
- normalizes sleep, relieves anxiety;
- strengthens bones and tooth enamel;
- help to cope with digestive problems;
- reduce skin pigmentation;
- strengthens hair follicles and gives hair a healthy shine.
Be sure to consult a leading gynecologist if a woman has a metabolic disorder or calcium metabolism.
For lactating women
In the postpartum period, the female body needs additional vitamins and minerals for speedy recovery. At this time, he is vulnerable, prone to infections, seasonal colds, nervous stress. Parsley is able to replenish the vitamin-mineral balance, strengthen the immune system.
- In addition, the product has the following actions:
- normalizes hormonal levels;
- stabilizes the nervous system;
- replenishes calcium reserves, strengthening the bone system of the mother and child;
- improves appearance, restoring the health of the skin, a natural complexion;
- normalizes hematopoietic function;
- stimulates lactation (warm tea with the addition of honey).
How to make an infusion
Infusion from the root has a more pronounced effect, they are prepared both as an external agent and for oral use. The crushed root (1-2 tablespoons) is poured with boiling water (200-300 ml) and left to infuse for an hour. After this, the infusion is filtered and taken as directed.
Another option: the root in the data on the recipe proportions to brew (1-2 minutes) in a water bath, then put to infuse for 30 minutes. Use after filtering.
As for the greens, it is pre-crushed (you can take frozen), pour boiling water and insist for 20-30 minutes. Usually take 1 tbsp. l greens in 200 ml of water. The preparation technology for the seeds is the same, but the seeds are taken in less quantity: 1 hour per 200 ml of water.
Tincture can be prepared with vodka or alcohol. Depending on the purpose of the drug, the components are taken in the ratio of 1 part of raw materials to 5-10 parts of alcohol. The raw materials, filled with alcohol, insist 2-3 weeks in a dark, dry place. It is advisable to take the container out of dark glass. In some cases, before taking the tincture is diluted with water.
Did you know? In ancient Greece, parsley was so appreciated that there was a saying: "A handful of green parsley is a handful of gold."
Basic rules for the use of tinctures
Infusion of parsley can be given to children after adaptation to staple foods in 10-12 months. After the first test, you need to see if there are any negative reactions of the child's body. Dosage for children under 3 years - 2 tsp., Up to 6 years - 2 tbsp. l., up to 12 years - 60-100 ml per day.
For children, alcohol tincture is not recommended. Adult daily dose of a drink from herbs - 160 ml. It is best to take the drug before meals, it is not recommended to drink concentrated infusions for more than 30 days. Between courses, depending on the destination, take a break of 14-30 days.
In ancient times, a parsley broth caused an abortion, so during pregnancy, tincture is taken only after consulting a doctor. This is especially true of a drink made from seeds or root, where there are many times more essential oils than in greens. A dose of more than one glass can increase the tone of the uterus, cause severe muscle contraction, cramps. The worst side effect is a miscarriage. This property of the plant is used when carrying out the fetus in the last stages to stimulate the uterus, but only if indicated and under the supervision of a doctor.
Nursing mothers may try to take a therapeutic drink 4-6 weeks after giving birth. First you need to try 1 teaspoon, and then, in the absence of a negative reaction in the baby, take no more than 50 ml per day.
Shelf life of infusion
An infusion of parsley on water can keep its maximum benefit for 3-4 days, but if stored in a refrigerator. Storage temperature - up to + 4 ° С. Tincture on alcohol is stored much longer - up to a year.
Traditional medicine can be useful in cases where taking pharmacological drugs is undesirable. But you need to remember about the side effects with excessive use, as well as contraindications. This applies even to such a seemingly safe plant as parsley.
