Common Names:
Parsley.
Parts Used:
Leaves.
Historical Uses:
Parsley leaves and roots are popular as condiments and garnish worldwide. Parsley is a good source of vitamins and minerals including calcium, iron, carotene, vitamins A, B1 and C.1 Parsley preparations have been used in the treatment of cough, arthritis, rheumatism and to relieve dyspepsia and flatulent colic.2 Parsley was used in the treatment of diseases of the prostate, liver and spleen and as a scalp lotion to stimulate hair growth.1 The German Commission E recommends the leaves to reduce urinary tract inflammation and to facilitate the passage of kidney stones.3 Externally, Parsley has been used to dry up milk in wet nurses and in the treatment of swollen breasts and enlarged glands.4 Vitamins and iron in Parsley help feed the autonomic nervous system. Parsley is also used to clean the breath. Parsley is known to act as a uterine stimulant.1
Contraindications:
None.
Adverse reactions:
None.
Dosage:
40 to 80 drops after meals. Externally, apply on the area several times per day.
References:
S. Talalaj & Dr A.S. Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects, Hill of Content, Melbourne, 1989;
Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990;
The Lawrence Review of Natural Products;
Product Status Manual, Health Canada, 1993;
Varro E. Tyler, PhD, Herbs of Choice The therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals, PPP, NY, 1994.
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1 The Lawrence Review of Natural Products
2 S.Talalaj & Dr A.S.Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects,Hill of Content,Melbourne, 1989,p.233
3 Varro E. Tyler, PhD, Herbs of Choice The therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals, PPP, NY, 1994, p.76.
4 Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990, p.45.
This information is not intended to substitute medical advice regarding medical problems, diagnosis, treatments or healing of diseases or other physical and mental problems. This work is about historical observations and historical information relating to herbs. It is not the author's intention to establish prescriptions and/or diagnosis. The author and publisher deny responsibility in case of auto-prescription without former authorization of a physician.
