Parsley is widely used as a seasoning for various dishes. Infusions and teas from it can bring great benefits to the body. If you learn how to brew it at home, you can enjoy a delicious drink and get a healing effect. Read more about parsley infusion and its application will talk in the article.
Parsley
Parsley contains a minimal amount of calories. It lacks fats, there are many vitamins A, C and K, as well as a number of minerals and biologically active substances, such as folate, iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium. This green also contains many omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, dietary fiber. 
Consider what are useful tools based on parsley and what properties they have:
- Its essential oils stimulate the body’s immune system and help fight cancer cells.by slowing the development of tumors. They are also involved in the production of essential gastric juices and bile for digestion.
- It is often called one of the chemoprotective plants., as it can protect the body's DNA from damage after using cancer drugs.
- It can reduce bloating, if your body does not cope with the digestion of proteins and you feel discomfort in the intestine. Parsley not only treats, but also prevents intestinal problems.
- Healing compounds in the plant can also remove excess water from the stomach.to relieve discomfort and indigestion. It also reduces the load on the heart and some organs.
- Antioxidant properties reduce the effects of free radicals on the body., thereby reducing the chance of cancer, heart disease, visual impairment, degenerative diseases, and even aging.
- High in Vitamin C reduce the level of inflammatory processes in the body, as well as prevent blockage of arteries and other pathologies that can lead to stroke. Vitamin C is also involved in the prevention of diabetes, asthma, colon cancer and arthritis.
- High folic acid eliminates hormonal imbalance and helps in the treatment of diseases that are its consequences: PMS, other difficulties associated with menstruation, in women; changes in fertility in men; inflammatory and neoplastic processes.
- Antibacterial and antifungal properties will help in inhibiting the activity of infections and maintaining healthy teeth and oral cavity.
- Parsley helps improve the functioning of blood vessels, including arterioles and capillaries, by maintaining their normal functioning.
- Recommended for people with asthma or other respiratory problems.. Contained in green beta-carotene can reduce the risk of asthma.
- Antibacterial compounds help ease sputum.and also to neutralize the infection, which can cause stagnation in the bronchi.
Did you know? Kidney stones can cause severe pain when excreted from the body: parsley can prevent their formation. To do this, quite regularly drink tea from it, providing detoxification of the body from toxins, liquid poisons and mucus.
Medicinal properties
Consider what take parsley as a drug. 
It is often used in the treatment of the following diseases:
- urinary tract infections;
- cystitis;
- kidney stones;
- gastrointestinal disorders;
- ascites;
- constipation;
- diabetes;
- cough;
- asthma;
- high blood pressure.
Outside, the plant is taken to treat cracked skin, bruises, tumors, insect bites and to stimulate hair growth. The plant will also help improve appetite and digestion, increase urine production, reduce cramping and stimulate menstruation. Parsley infusion is an aqueous solution of vegetable raw materials, which can be consumed inside as a drink, externally as compresses or lotions.
Infusions from raw materials with a high content of essential oils are also used in the form of steam inhalations. The remedy is prepared in pure water, alcohol-containing compounds (alcohol tincture), vinegar or oils. Raw materials should be those parts of the plant that will give the maximum effect for the goal. In parsley it is the root, the leaves or the seeds. Greens are best used fresh, but it can also be frozen or dried.
Important! Taking parsley in large quantities in early pregnancy can cause an abortion.
Features of the use of infusion and decoction of parsley
Despite the fact that you can drink as much water as you like during the day, it is recommended to observe the daily intake rates of herbal medicinal decoctions. You should not drink more than 1-2 cups (200-250 ml) per day. Drink one of them in the morning, two hours after breakfast, and the other in the afternoon, two hours after lunch. You can decide how many days to drink the infusion, because it has no side effects and addiction. 
Consider the following factors when using the product:
- drink has diuretic properties, and you should not drink it if you have a long trip;
- infusion boiled by boiling water is most effective if made from fresh herbs - it contains more vitamins and phytoncides;
- the essential oils are very volatile, so you need to drink the prepared beverage almost immediately - for 10 minutes, without leaving it in the cup;
- drinks from dry raw materials do only when there is no opportunity to get fresh greens.
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Prepare the infusion in several ways:
- Pour chopped greens with cold boiled water and let stand for 12 hours, then strain through cheesecloth;
- pour greens with boiling water for 10-60 minutes in a sealed container, then filter and drink;
- boil the herbs in water for 5-10 minutes over low heat, and then insist for 1 hour.
Prepare it like this: - boil water - 1 l;
- add chopped greens to it - 30 g;
- remove from heat after 1 minute;
- leave the leaves to cool for about 10 minutes in hot water;
- add honey or lemon if desired.
Did you know? Parsley increases the ability of women and men to fertilize due to the elimination of hormonal imbalances in the body.
Lotion for oily skin
If you need help in bleaching and cleaning your face of dark spots and freckles, use parsley lotion. It also contributes to the preservation of a healthy complexion, perfectly eliminates redness, swelling, irritation, tones and refreshes the skin, protects it from the appearance of wrinkles. Prepare lotion from fresh leaves, lemon juice and water. It is recommended to apply this tool for daily face care (for oily and combination skin). 
Cooking technology:
- 2 tbsp. spoons of fresh leaves (or 2 tablespoons of dry raw materials);
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar;
- 1 cup of water.
The tool is used to treat sensitive areas around the eyes and eliminate acne and blackheads. Lubricate the skin of the face 2 times a day - in the morning and in the evening. The lotion not only whitens and cleans the face, but also tightens the pores. After a month of its application, you can see how the spots disappear and the complexion evens out.
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For oily skin
For washing use a composition of water, lemon and parsley. It is believed that the Italian curly parsley is suitable for this purpose better than others due to the large number of volatile production. 
Cooking technique:
- soak parsley in water with vinegar;
- before cooking keep the composition in the refrigerator;
- bring water to the boil (200 ml) and put greens in it (20-30 g);
- let it brew for 5-6 minutes;
- add half a lemon.
Wipe face with makeup for 1 month.
To relieve swelling
Tired eyes and dark circles under them do not adorn the face and make the woman visually older, regardless of age. Vitamin C, chlorophyll and vitamin K in parsley help to improve skin color, reduce pigmentation and reduce swelling.
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To make a mask, you must:
- Chop and chop a handful of parsley (preferably fresh).
- In a small bowl, rub the leaves with a wooden spoon until the plant has squeezed juice.
- Pour a tablespoon of hot water into the greens and stir the mixture.
- You can also add yogurt instead of water.
- When the mixture has cooled, use 2 cotton pads to absorb the resulting juice.
- Put swabs on eyes for 10 minutes.
Repeat the procedure 2 times a week. The effect is not instantaneous: it may take several weeks to see the changes.Infusion for weight loss
Some dietary programs recommend drinking parsley tea at least once a day. Of course, tea is not a magic drink, but it is parsley that helps to lose those extra pounds. And its soft diuretic properties will help start a diet and increase your self-confidence, as you begin to lose excess water.
For people who reduce calorie intake, vegetable broths and teas provide the extra nutrients needed to reduce the amount of food. The antioxidant properties of the plant will lower cholesterol and high blood pressure, while protecting you from heart disease and certain types of cancer.
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Basic recipe:
- Pour 200 ml boiling water 2 tsp parsley;
- insist 10 minutes and strain.
Nutritionists offer another option - multitrack. 
The composition includes components that have diuretic and cleansing properties:
- parsley - 1 large bunch;
- blackberry and dandelion - 1 sheet each;
- cherry - 10 stems;
- ½ tsp of fennel seeds, celery and corn silk.
Boil the same as the previous composition. Strain and consume several cups a day.
Important! Always consult a physician to plan the best program for weight loss.
With monthly
Parsley is a soft emmenagog, that is, a plant that causes menstruation. It works by softening the cervix, so parsley is vaginally injected to stimulate menstruation.
Introduction rules:
- A few twigs are tied with a twig, not a string. It is important to eliminate the risk of vaginal infection.
- They should be thoroughly washed before administration.
- Change branches every 4-6 hours.
Making parsley tea:
- put 3-4 teaspoons of greens in a cup and pour boiling water for 5-9 minutes;
- strain, and your drink is ready to drink.
If you do not like the taste, you can add lemon or honey.
Possible harm contraindications
With short-term use of herbal raw materials in small doses will be safe. But, although most people can consume parsley in large quantities for cleansing or detoxification, side effects are still possible to be aware of:
- parsley can cause a skin allergic reaction;
- in large quantities, it causes anemia, liver or kidney problems;
- it is forbidden to use pregnant women, as the plant increases the risk of abortion and the beginning of the menstrual cycle;
- not recommended for people with low blood clotting or those who have to undergo surgery (you should stop taking parsley 2 weeks before it);
- diabetics should not be taken with sugar-lowering drugs, as parsley also lowers it;
- with high blood pressure due to the fact that parsley can detain sodium salts in the body, increasing pressure;
- The chemical composition of parsley is harmful to the kidneys if the disease is in the acute phase.
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There is no data on whether parsley is harmful when breastfeeding, therefore it is recommended to use it as a seasoning for culinary dishes and not to use large doses. 
Useful recommendations
To avoid mistakes in the preparation of infusions and decoctions, as well as get the most useful drink, you need to follow a number of requirements for the preparation technology:
- do not use cooking utensils that can react with vegetable raw materials (made of cast iron, aluminum, etc.);
- pounding the greens with a pestle in a ceramic cup - it does not absorb the juice and is easy to clean;
- Do not use dishes for medicinal decoctions for other purposes. Thus, no third-party substances or odors will accumulate in its pores, which will preserve the quality of the prepared beverage;
- store the finished drink in the refrigerator, but not longer than 1-2 days;
- shake before use.
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The advantage of using parsley is that it has many beneficial properties and minimal harm to the human body. You can use it as a prophylactic and for the treatment of diseases, given some side effects.
