How to make parsley as a diuretic

In folk medicine, parsley herbs, roots and seeds are used as a means to remove excess fluid from the body. Decoctions with diuretic properties are prepared from the plant. They are used to improve the condition of cystitis, urolithiasis, jaundice, dropsy, arthritis. The properties of greens to accelerate fat metabolism and break down fat cells, improve metabolism and relieve puffiness are used for weight loss.

Read on to find out if parsley is actually used as a diuretic, and how to brew its roots, leaves, and seeds.

Useful properties of parsley

The chemical composition of parsley is presented B vitamins, ascorbic acid, vitamins K, H and PP, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, fluorine, chromium, iodine, sulfur. Regular consumption of greens replenishes vitamin and mineral reserves and supports the body as a whole.

Reference. 100 g of parsley contains 950 mcg of vitamin A, while the daily requirement is 900 mcg.

Beneficial features:

• thinning effect - removing viscous sputum from the lungs and bronchi, alleviating the condition in chronic diseases of the respiratory system;
• immunomodulatory effect - increasing the body's defenses during seasonal epidemics;
• antiseptic effect - suppression of pathogenic microflora;
• normalization of sugar levels and prevention of diabetes;
• regulation of the gastrointestinal tract;
• decreased stomach acidity;
• acceleration of the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats;
• elimination of symptoms of allergic rhinitis;
• elimination of bad breath;
• healing of small wounds in the oral cavity;
• regulation of sebum secretion;
• sedative effect on the central nervous system and normalization of sleep;
• strengthening of blood vessels and heart muscle;
• increased hemoglobin;
• removing sand and small stones;
• increased potency and libido;
• normalization of metabolism;
• removal of edema.

Only 50 g of greens per day can slow down development prostate adenoma, increase reproductive function, restore hormonal levels, reduce the level of female hormones in men.

Parsley quickly relieves hangover - removes decay products of ethyl alcohol.

Parsley is healthy and for the female half of the population... Decoctions and infusions of leaves and seeds reduce pain during menstruation, the frequency of hot flashes during menopause, improve the psychoemotional state, and reduce muscle tension.

Folic acid is useful during the period planning and carrying a pregnancy... It ensures the correct development of the fetal neural tube.

Diuretic properties

Is parsley a diuretic or not? In the journal Ethnopharmacology of the International Society of Ethnopharmacology in 2002, the results of studies conducted on rats were published. The subjects drank tea made from parsley seeds, and the scientists monitored the volume of urine excreted. The results showed that the volume of urine produced over 24 hours doubled.

How it works? Parsley regulates the circulation of potassium in the body by acting as a pump - extracts sodium and potassium ions. This leads to the accumulation of water in the kidneys and, as a result, to a diuretic effect.

Attention! It's important not to take parsley with a lithium diuretic to minimize the risk of dizziness and lower blood pressure.

Parsley contains 800 mg of potassium... This is enough to reduce the likelihood of a side effect in the form of a decrease in the level of this macronutrient, which is characteristic of other diuretics.

Using parsley as a diuretic

The diuretic effect of parsley is used primarily to relieve tissue swelling.

The reasons for this unpleasant phenomenon:

• diseases of the heart, kidneys, liver;
• taking medications to normalize high blood pressure ("Amprilan", "Felodip", "Coronal", etc.);
• eating a large amount of fried, salted, pickled and smoked foods, white flour products, sweet carbonated water, white refined sugar, foods with preservatives, fatty dairy products, alcohol;
• insufficient water intake, especially in the summer;
• violation of the diet and lack of physical activity;
• heat;
• standing or sedentary work;
• pregnancy;
• uncomfortable shoes;
• Taking some birth control pills
• metabolic disorder.

The diuretic properties of parsley are beneficial for:

• diseases of the urinary system - cystitis, urolithiasis;
• jaundice;
• dropsy;
• arthritis.

Nutritionists advise drinking parsley drinks slimming... They reduce cravings for sweets, suppress appetite, remove excess water, accelerate the breakdown of fats and carbohydrates, and stimulate metabolism.

In just 7-10 days of taking green cocktails, decoctions or fresh juice in combination with minimal physical activity and nutritional control, it is possible to reduce weight by 2-3 kg without exhausting diets.

What else is the plant used for?

Juice, infusion and decoction of parsley are used in home cosmetology for:

• lightening of freckles and age spots that occur in women with age and during pregnancy;
• reduction of redness and small wrinkles mesh;
• elimination of acne;
• increasing the elasticity of the skin in the eye area;
• lightening of tooth enamel.

Application in traditional medicine:

• improving vision and reducing the risk of developing retinal dystrophy;
• normalization of digestive function;
• reduction of itching after insect bites;
• reduction of tissue swelling with bruises;
• improvement of the outflow of bile;
• treatment of prostatitis;
• normalization of the menstrual cycle.

How to brew parsley

Diuretic drinks are prepared from all parts of the plant. - greens, roots and seeds. We will tell you how to cook decoctions further.

Seed decoction recipes

Parsley seeds contain an essential oil to help promote urine flow... To prepare the broth, take 1 tsp. ground seeds and 250 ml of boiling water. Raw materials are poured with hot water, brought to a boil and insisted in a thermos for 8-10 hours. The broth is taken according to the scheme: 1 tbsp. l. 3 times a day 30 minutes before meals for 2 weeks.

A decoction of their seeds, dried roots and parsley is highly effective.... For 200 ml of water, take 2 tbsp. l. ingredients, put the container on low heat and boil for 2-3 minutes. The drink is infused for 40-60 minutes and consumed in the same way as the seed decoction.

Leaves

To prepare a decoction of herbs, take 100 g of fresh raw materials and 1 liter of clean water... Put an enameled pot of water on the fire, bring to a boil, add finely chopped greens, bring to a boil again and cook over low heat for 5 minutes. The container is removed from the stove, covered with a lid, wrapped in a towel and infused for 30-40 minutes. Then the liquid is filtered through a sieve or cheesecloth into a glass jar. Dosing regimen: 100 ml three times a day for 5-7 days.

To prepare a decoction for weight loss, take 50 g of fresh parsley root and pour 1 liter of water. The liquid is boiled over low heat for 5-7 minutes, filtered and cooled at room temperature. Dosing regimen: 200 ml 3 times a day 30 minutes before meals for 2-4 weeks.

Council. Add lemon, lime, chamomile, mint, ginger, or mint to your teas to enhance the flavor.

Roots

Diuretic parsley decoctions are prepared not only in water, but also in milk... Put 250 g of crushed dried roots into an enamel bowl and pour 250 ml of low-fat milk. The container is put on a quiet fire and cooked until the volume of the liquid is halved. The broth is left to cool at room temperature and filtered through cheesecloth. Reception scheme: 1 tbsp. l. 3 times a day 30 minutes before meals for 2 weeks.

Harm and contraindications

Taking parsley broths for a short time (2-4 weeks) is safe for healthy people.

However such drinks have contraindications:

• allergy to parsley, dill, caraway seeds, celery;
• the presence of large kidney stones (their washing out leads to blockage of the ureter and severe pain);
• pregnancy in the first trimester due to the increased risk of rejection of the ovum;
• decreased blood clotting;
• chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• epilepsy.

With prolonged use, nausea, vomiting, headache, muscle pain, rapid weight loss.

Conclusion

Is parsley a diuretic? The plant has long been known for its diuretic properties. It is still successfully used in modern and alternative medicine. Decoctions from leaves, seeds and roots eliminate fluid retention caused by poor diet and water intake, lack of physical activity, increased air temperature outside, pregnancy, wearing uncomfortable shoes, taking birth control pills or drugs to reduce blood pressure. Drinks are effective for metabolic disorders and slight excess body weight.

Compliance with the regimen and dosage, preliminary consultation with a doctor will minimize the occurrence of side effects.