Hi viewers! It's tea time on the Bestie channel.
A steaming hot cup of tea can be the ultimate indulgence on a cold afternoon.
Herbal teas are for every occasion. But have you heard of parsley tea?
Parsley is no longer just a garnish. Making this delicious tea is super
simple. You just need a handful of leaves from your herb garden or dried parsley.
In today's video let's discuss some incredible benefits of parsley tea. Can it prevent cancer?
Can it put you at a lesser risk for kidney stones? We are discussing all that and more...
1. Rich in Folic acid Parsley is a super plant
loaded with countless useful chemical compounds. Folic acid is a type of B
vitamin essential for the smooth functioning of the blood vessels. When your body is getting
the required amount of folic acid it can allow your heart to function at its best.
It is a powerful vitamin that neutralizes the effect of another harmful compound called
homocysteine (homo-sis- teen) in the body.
Most pregnant females are advised to take Folic acid supplements by doctors.
It reduces the likelihood of neural tube defects in babies. Pregnant women can fuel
their bodies with a completely natural source of Folic acid rather than popping pills.
This herb is easily available throughout the year. You can even grow them in your backyard.
But don't worry if you plant withers away in the winter. Dried leaves are equally fantastic.
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2. Prevent kidney stones
When you fail to drink enough water your Kidneys are the first to get affected.
Kidney stones are a clear sign that your body is crying for more water.
It can be very painful until the stones pass via urine.
Sometimes larger kidney stones need surgical intervention.
Parsley is a diuretic. That means it can make you pee more and flush the stones.
Cleansing the bladder and kidneys can instantly relieve them. Parsley can literally wash away
all toxins, fats, salts, and water from your system quickly. You can make your healthy
cup of tea by using the Italian or curly leaf one. Both are chock-full of benefits.
3. Prevents cancer There are just so many
things that you can do with parsley. They make killer chimichurri sauce that goes amazingly well
with grilled foods and of course as a garnish to soups, casseroles, and other side dishes.
Brewing parsley leaves is particularly important to fight off tumors.
Myristicin (my-wristy-sin) is a volatile oil that is released only when the leaves
of this vegetable are boiled in water. It can directly control the healthy
cells of the lungs and prevent them from turning into cancerous cells.
Additionally, this tea is enriched by a handful of other antioxidants that can prevent healthy
cell death and stimulate the production of new cells. The flavonoids (flav-o-noids),
carotenoids (ker-o-teen-oids), tocopherol (toe-ko-fer-all), and ascorbic (as-cor-bick) acid
also help in reducing the harmful effects of cancerous substances in your body.
A study found that parsley extract can prevent DNA damage by almost 41%
and stop the spread of breast cancer.
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4. Freshens your breath There is no need to keep a pack of chewing
gum handy if you are conscious about your breath. Breath mints and gum generally mask bad breath.
Parsley tea won’t make your mouth smell better than these things.
However, it has the upper hand over those mints as it has antibacterial properties.
That means it can directly target the bacteria causing a foul odor. So the next time when you
have a garlic-loaded meal, remember to sip on this naturally refreshing drink.
5. Lowers blood sugar There are so many foods
off limits for diabetics. Thankfully, parsley is not one of them. In fact,
it is recommended to have a diet that uses lots of parsley.
Sometimes your body is not able to produce a hormone called insulin
that usually keeps sugar levels under control. Elevated sugar levels can result in diabetes.
Animal studies have shown that rats who were given parsley were able to
regulate their blood sugar levels much better than those who were not.
Despite having scientific evidence we need more human trials to underline this fact.
Having said that, a cup of parsley in your diet won't hurt a bit.
6. Regulate menstruation
If you dread your period because of too much blood loss and unbearable pain,
then parsley tea can be just the thing. The essential oils like apiol(appy-all)
present in parsley work like magic. It can help you to have a comfortable period.
Painful abdominal cramps, heavy flow,
and passing clots are some common symptoms that women experience for a day or two every month.
Wouldn't it be great to get rid of all this and get back to your pain-free life?
It is also believed to increase milk production in lactating females.
Some traditional concoctions have parsley as an active ingredient for enhancing female health.
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7. Promotes eye and bone health
Parsley is loaded with vitamin A. It is a key nutrient for keeping your eyes healthy.
Beta-carotene is derived from vitamin A and reduces your chances of developing cataracts,
night blindness, and macular degeneration. This drink can
save you from frequent visits to the eye doctor when you grow old.
Another ingredient that is found in abundance in parsley is vitamin K.
It is just impossible to have strong bones without this vitamin.
It's particularly important to have parsley tea for strong bones. Boiling parsley leaves double
the amount of vitamin K that is released. Who would say no to that extra shot of Vitamin K?
8. Treats anemia
If you generally feel tired all the time there are good chances you might be anemic.
This condition arises when your body does not have enough stores of iron. The basic component of red
blood cells is Iron. They help carry oxygen to various parts of the body and keep you energetic.
Drinking just a quarter cup of parsley tea can meet your daily recommended allowance of
iron. But iron doesn’t absorb without Vitamin C. Parsley tea has a decent amount of Vitamin C,
adequate for the complete absorption of iron. It is nature's way of giving it all to you.
9. Helps treat arthritis Painful joints that are
inflamed and swollen, often stop you from leading an active lifestyle. There are many
medications to relieve the pain. But they do come with their own share of side effects.
Your body needs something natural to cure arthritis. Just as parsley cleanses your
urinary system, it also has the power to get rid of the liquid around those swollen joints.
Studies have shown that parsley tea has another oil called eugenol (u-g-nol). It
helps in bringing down Arthritis. It has some miraculous anti-inflammatory properties.
It is the same compound that imparts the grassy, mildly pungent flavor to parsley.
10. Boosts immunity This tea is a powerhouse of all great nutrients
and antioxidants. When your body is receiving all the right kinds of nutrition its capacity
to fight disease automatically increases. Your defense mechanism of white blood cells increases.
Chronic infections do not affect your body to a deeper extent.
Overall you are safeguarded against most harmful diseases.
Chlorophyll is the compound that typically imparts the fresh green color to this veggie.
It helps in fighting fungus, bacteria, autoimmune diseases, and other inflammatory diseases, too.
11. Eases out respiratory problems You must have seen your grandmother
brewing a weird portion to gulp down during long winters. They could have been making
parsley tea to get rid of the phlegm and mucus. That means this tea is no new kid on the block.
All the chest congestion caused by bacteria can be cleared away with parsley tea.
It increases the capacity of the lungs to fight infection.
It is even recommended for asthmatics to have this tea regularly.
Making this tea is a no-brainer. Just steep some parsley leaves, strain,
and enjoy. You can even add other veggies like cilantro, a dash of lemon, some crushed ginger,
and a sweetener like honey. Once you make it you can store it in the fridge for a few days.
12. Detoxes your body This is not just another
detox tea. It cleanses the kidneys and the bladder. Getting rid of extra water,
oils, and fats from the body which give amazing weight loss benefits.
Urinary tract infections and swelling around the prostate gland can be kept under control.
It also mobilizes the fat globules in the liver, rejuvenating it. With lesser toxic substances in
your system, you will be left with squeaky clean skin and a head full of strong hair.
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