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Home Remedies & Health Benefits of Parsley

Gardening Guide: How to Grow Parsley: Every Kitchen’s Essential Herb

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Home Remedies & Health Benefits of Parsley

Discover the home remedies & health benefits of parsley and learn about how key nutrients in parsley can help prevent some diseases. Plus, learn all about other benefits and uses for parsley.

By Norann Oleson

Parsley dried at home

Parsley dried at home

Parsley packs a powerful nutrition punch and contains carotenoid antioxidants and vitamin C—both of which have been shown to benefit heart health. Some studies have found parsley to effectively reduce blood sugar levels. And parsley may even help keep your kidneys healthy by fighting inflammation and reducing high blood pressure and your risk of kidney stones.

Parsley may improve your health in these ways too:

  • Antibacterial properties. Parsley contains essential oils, including apiol and myristicin, which have antibacterial effects and fight potentially harmful bacteria, such as Staphylococcus aureus.
  • May benefit bone health. Parsley is rich in vitamin K, potassium, magnesium, and calcium—all of which are essential to bone health.
  • May boost immunity. Research shows that apigenin—an antioxidant in parsley—regulates immune function by reducing inflammation and preventing cellular damage.
  • May enhance liver health. Studies about diabetes found that parsley extract may prevent liver damage, enhance liver function, and boost antioxidant levels.

Bottom Line

While some further medical studies might be required to confirm certain health benefits of parsley, eating parsley is a great way to enjoy a natural herb that can improve the flavor and benefit of the food you eat.

Did you know that parsley can be so beneficial and healthful? Please tell us about healthy ways you use parsley.

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  • Gardener F. June 12, 2021

    Sometimes I make a parsley sandwich love it.

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    • Norann O. June 14, 2021

      That sounds delicious. What other ingredients are in a parsley sandwich? Please share your recipe with us so we can try it too!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Curator’s Corner
  • Introduction
  • Feature Articles

  • Growing Zones for Parsley
  • Choosing Parsley Varieties
  • Growing Parsley from Seeds or Seedlings
  • Growing Parsley Indoors, in Open Land, Raised Beds, or Containers
  • Soil Requirements for Growing Parsley
  • Sun Requirements for Growing Parsley
  • Watering Your Parsley Plants
  • How to Spot, Treat, and Prevent Parsley Plant Diseases
  • What to Do About Pests that Can Harm Your Parsley Plants
  • Essential Tools and Equipment for Growing and Enjoying Parsley
  • What to Do with Parsley: 5 Ideas Beyond Garnish
  • The History of Parsley Plus Culinary and Medicinal Benefits
  • Plant Profiles

  • Curly Parsley
  • Hamburg Rooted Parsley
  • Japanese Parsley
  • Flat-Leaf Parsley
  • Recipes

  • Carrot and Parsley Salad
  • Parsley Potato Salad
  • Parsley Pesto Pasta
  • Parsley-Watercress Soup
  • Lemon-Parsley Goat Cheese Frittata
  • Parsley Gremolata
  • Parsley Chimichurri
  • Additional Articles

  • Nutrition Facts about Parsley
  • Home Remedies & Health Benefits of Parsley
  • Resources about Parsley
  • Parsley Glossary
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