Parsley and Its Benefits for Your Health
 Parsley is full of
nutritional value, but it is used as a garnish and is discarded without
thought.
Parsley is related to celery and it has been used for thousands of
years. There are many varieties of parsley, but two kinds are
found in most grocery stores. They add flavor to vegetables,
meats, and soups.
Parsley has three times as much vitamin C as an orange and twice as
much iron as spinach!
| Nutrient |
Amount |
% Daily Value |
| Vitamin K |
123.00 mcg |
153.8 |
| Vitamin C |
9.97 mg |
16.6 |
| Vitamin A |
631.80 IU |
12.6 |
| Folate (folic acid) |
11.40 mcg |
2.9 |
| Iron |
0.46 mg |
2.6 |
Parsley contains oils that slow tumor formation in studies. The
flavonoids in parsley prevent free radical damage to cells. Parsley's
antioxidants can improve your health. And, folic acid reduces the
risks of developing colon cancer, cervical cancer, and rheumatoid
arthritis.
Add parsley to your diet to improve your health.
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