Parsley Flakes – Non-GMO, Sun-Dried – 4oz

Parsley, or garden parsley is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae that is native to the central and eastern Mediterranean region, but has been naturalized elsewhere in Europe, and is widely cultivated as a herb, and a vegetable. Parsley is widely used in European, Middle Eastern, and American cuisine.

Some possible benefits include:

• Contains many important nutrients
• Rich in antioxidants
• Supports bone health
• Contains cancer-fighting substances
• Rich in nutrients that protect your eyes
• May improve heart health
• Parsley extract has antibacterial properties
• Easy to add to your diet
• Could Help Prevent Kidney Stones
• Good Source of Vitamin C
• May Have Cancer-Fighting Properties
• Could Help Regulate Menstruation
• May Promote Blood Sugar Control
• May help to increase iron levels
• May help with a multitude of prostate issues

A 1/2 cup (30 grams) of fresh, chopped parsley provides:

• Calories: 11 calories
• Carbs: 2 grams
• Protein: 1 gram
• Fat: less than 1 gram
• Fiber: 1 gram
• Vitamin A: 108% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)
• Vitamin C: 53% of the RDI
• Vitamin K: 547% of the RDI
• Folate: 11% of the RDI
• Potassium: 4% of the RDI

Potential Side Effects:

In particular, pregnant women are advised to avoid consuming large amounts of parsley, as it may induce uterine contractions.

It’s also high in vitamin K, an important fat-soluble vitamin involved in blood clotting.

If you’re taking a blood thinner like warfarin (Coumadin), it may be best to drink parsley tea in moderation, as high amounts of vitamin K may interact with these medications.

Parsley tea is also not recommended for those taking diuretics, as it may cause excess water loss.

References:

• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11390336
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20937919
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25577237
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441868/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19919287/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21637036
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5918639/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28527368
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4606616/
• https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/parsley-tea#TOC_TITLE_HDR_3
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK348941/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK499877/
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parsley
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2615542/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3198755
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3321262/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3614697/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3637085/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3783921/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3813066/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3884093/

Traditional Use: 1 Teaspoon in Tea, 1-2x Daily