Parsley contains many nutrients for the body. They are found in both the aboveground and the underground parts of the plant, so vitamin juice is often prepared from greens and root crops.
This drink has long been used in folk medicine as a remedy for many ailments. About this - further in our article.
Calorie and chemical composition
The chemical composition of the plant juice is quite diverse:
- beta carotene;
- choline;
- vitamins A, B1, B2, B5, B6, B9, B12, C, E, H, PP;
- potassium;
- calcium;
- magnesium;
- zinc;
- selenium;
- copper;
- manganese;
- iron;
- chlorine;
- sulfur;
- iodine;
- chromium;
- fluorine;
- phosphorus;
- sodium.
Did you know? The ancient Egyptians believed that parsley received its magical properties from the god Gore. In places where he shed blood for the sake of his father Osiris, and this green grew. That is why in ancient Egypt this culture was considered sacred.
Energy value of the product:
- proteins - 3.7 g;
- fats - 0.4 g;
- carbohydrates - 7.6 g;
- calorie - 49 kcal.
Properties of parsley juice
An extensive list of vitamins and minerals gives the drink a variety of useful properties.
What is useful
Parsley juice has an extremely beneficial effect on the human body:
- resists stress, depression;
- relieves arthritis and neuralgia by relieving pain;
- strengthens the immune system;
- strengthens blood vessels;
- improves digestion;
- prevents bloating and flatulence;
- removes salts and toxins;
- has a good diuretic effect, removes uric acid salts, stones;
- increases joint mobility;
- eliminates inflammatory processes;
- relieves fatigue and redness of the eyes;
- improves brain performance;
- prevents the occurrence of prostate problems;
- normalizes the level of sugar, hemoglobin;
- eliminates pain during menstruation;
- normalizes hormones;
- eliminates swelling;
- eliminates bad breath;
- adjusts metabolic processes;
- stimulates cell repair;
- rejuvenates the skin, improves the condition of the hair.
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Parsley drink is useful and is indicated for the following problems:
- cold;
- eye fatigue;
- corneal ulcer;
- cataract;
- inflammation in the eyes;
- kidney stones and bladder;
- thyroid problems;
- sleep disturbance;
- diabetes;
- excess weight;
- disorders in the work of the central nervous system;
- constant fatigue;
- arthritis;
- gout;
- osteochondrosis;
- intestinal colic;
- constipation;
- cardiovascular diseases;
- hypertension;
- anemia;
- diseases of the reproductive system;
- PMS;
- swelling;
- stomatitis;
- poor hair and scalp condition;
- pigmentation of the skin.
Contraindications and harm
There are precautions for drinking:
- individual intolerance;
- predisposition to allergies;
- inflammatory processes in the kidneys;
- aggravation of gastritis, ulcers.
Important! Pregnant women should refrain from consuming this drink because it stimulates uterine contraction.
Application features
For therapeutic purposes, the drink is used both internally and externally. Each application has its own characteristics.
In cosmetology
As a cosmetic, the drink can improve the complexion, eliminate wrinkles, improve the condition of the skin.
For whitening purposes
With the help of parsley juice in ancient times, beauties bleached the skin of the face. They took parsley and lemon juice and mixed them in a ratio of 1: 5. 
The resulting liquid was rubbed on the face several times a day. Withdrawn product and annoying freckles. A mixture of sour milk with parsley juice as a mask helped to even out the tone of the face. The pigment spots were also eliminated by the usual mask of parsley juice, which was used to soak gauze.
Against acne
Acne is a common problem of teenage skin. Often it overcomes more mature skin. Wiping problem areas with a cotton swab moistened with juice will help eliminate the rash. To prevent new acne, eliminating oily skin, will help mask of lemon juice, parsley and honey. Components need to take in the ratio of 1: 2: 4.
Did you know? Juice parsley was treated even know. Thus, the Empress Elizabeth used it as a cosmetic, and the French Queen Maria Medici was treating her for depression.
Nourishing face mask
This mask will help to nourish the delicate skin of the face and neck: crushed oatmeal (2 tablespoons) should be combined with parsley juice to make a viscous substance. The mixture should be applied to the face, neck and leave for a quarter of an hour. After a specified time, you need to wash with cool water.
In folk medicine
In folk medicine, parsley squeeze has been used since ancient times, despite the fact that many have accused her of many "sins."
For digestion
Acceptance of parsley drink allows you to adjust the metabolic processes and stimulate the production of secrets of digestion. In addition, it improves intestinal motility. As a result, food is digested and absorbed faster, and therefore, the appetite improves.
For violations of the menstrual cycle
The presence in the drink a number of vitamins and minerals that stimulate the cardiovascular system, provides active blood circulation in the body. As a result, menstruation goes faster, appears on schedule and is accompanied by a minimum of discomfort. Drink, thanks to the ability to build hormones, also facilitates the course of menopause.
Important! To get rid of the unpleasant symptoms of PMS, it is recommended to drink parsley juice mixed with beetroot.
For eye diseases
In combination with carrot juice, the described drink becomes an indispensable tool for eye problems: cataracts, conjunctivitis, redness, blurred vision. It also helps to maintain visual acuity while working at the computer.
From prostatitis
The drink helps not only to eliminate the disease at the initial stage, but also to improve the condition of the body as a whole, due to the presence of a number of vitamins and minerals.
Thus, vitamin C is a good antioxidant, folic acid helps the cells to recover faster, manganese is responsible for the normal functioning of the circulatory system, thereby eliminating stagnant processes. The same ability of an element allows drugs taken against an illness to act better.
In cooking
Parsley greens are very fragrant, therefore they are widely used as a seasoning in cooking. The juice of the culture is used as a standalone drink or in combination with fruit and vegetable juices. You can add it to the first courses, and if you mix the gel xanthan (natural thickener, stabilizer) and parsley juice, you can get a healthy jelly.
Read also how to sow and care for parsley at home.
Slimming
Nutritionists note that the use of the drink helps to normalize fat metabolism, cleanse the body of harmful substances and improve the functioning of the digestive system. All this together stimulates the body to waste fat reserves and not to accumulate new ones.
How to make parsley juice and take it
To make a drink you need to use a juicer:
- Take a bunch of parsley and rinse it well under running water.
- Soak a bunch in ice water for half an hour.
- Remove bad leaves (damaged, dry).
- Take the juicer and pass the greens through it. If you do not have this device at hand, you can use a blender, and then squeeze the pulp through cheesecloth.
The resulting liquid is highly concentrated, so it should not be consumed in its pure form, but it is necessary to mix it with water and drink fresh, without adding salt and sugar, in small sips, holding the liquid in the mouth slightly. You can consume no more than 40-50 ml per day. It is best to mix it with carrot, cucumber, celery juices.
Video: how to make parsley juice
Terms and basic rules for the storage of parsley juice
Freshly squeezed juice is not stored, because its properties, when entering into interaction with air, are lost. If you still need to stock up on the product, freeze it in ice tins.
Important! While taking parsley juice, it is undesirable to use products containing starch, sugar, and meat products.
As you can see, the described drink is saturated with vitamins and minerals that the human body constantly needs. Even its daily use in small quantities will help strengthen and support the body.
