PARSLEY leaves

Parsley leaf, (Petroselinum crispum), Parsley
Other Names: Celery, Common Parsley,

In ancient times it was a symbol of cheerfulness and festive events.

Basic Properties: Diuretic, expectorant, emmenagogue, aphrodisiac, has a reputation as an aphrodisiac

Therapeutic use: for any condition that requires diuresis, it helps with menstruation, for bloating and colic pain.

Culinary use: One of the most useful herbs in cooking. Cool, bitter and spicy taste. Enhances potatoes, vegetables and salads of all kinds.
It also gives a spicy aroma to minced meat, fish, poultry, eggs and white cheese. Sliced, it is cooked in soups and stews.


How is it used:
For a drink as an infusion: 1 teaspoon in a cup of boiled water for 10 minutes. Drink 3 times a day.

Always have good quality dried parsley in your cupboard in case you run out of fresh. Also try it as an aromatic and easy garnish on quick bruschettas.

Special precautions:
Do not use parsley in therapeutic doses during pregnancy.