Parsley function
Scientific name: Petroselinum crispum
Family: Umbelliferae
Habitat: cultivated in gardens from Europe, grows in damp places and near rocks.
Parsley Characteristics: This plant is distinctly aromatic grows approx. Up to one meter in height usually the family Umbelliferae is tilted if it is for their fallen stems at the top slightly, and leaves presents slightly oval lobes, the flowers grow and fruit 5 cm approx 3cm
Main components:
We have lysine as an amino acid and compound, if we speak of acids in the parsley, is folic acid nicotine we found in the plant. And ascorbic acid (vitamin C) because its seed contains petroselinico, oleic, palmitic. Grind the leaves and fat-rich seeds, the plant provides fiber.
The minerals present are: magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, zinc among the most important.
Parsley and their medicinal benefits in internal use
As a digestive aid considerably to expel flatulence in the intestines and stomach cramps combat and helps you feel better after every meal. In medium doses of two teaspoons in two cups of warm water during the day. On the other hand is totally Diuretic since being eliminated gradually in the water treatment followed throughout the body, commonly used in diets for weight reduction accumulation and retention, as well as for bad breath in the mouth. It is also said to have aphrodisiac properties to be consumed before sex (45 minutes ago)
Parsley and external use medicinal benefits
Acts as the eyeball-inflammatory and relieves considerably irritated eyes (red eyes) by squeezing the plant compresses and placing a dressing over the affected area.
Great for all kinds of bumps and bruises, placing plasters so that is covering and reconstructing the capillaries and rapid regeneration of the dermis. and also prevent nosebleeds.
Parsley and food benefits
They are mostly used to provide better meals, soups and salads, is widely used in Europe and Latin America.
Contraindications Parsley
Not recommended for gestating in any month of the pregnancy process, as its essential oil facilitates menstruation.
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