Family

• Apiaceae

Components

• Essential oil (myristicin, apiol)
• Flavonoids
• Phthalides
• Coumarins
• Vitamins (A, C, K)

Parts used

• Leaves (and sometimes stem), root and seeds

Properties

• Diuretic
• Detoxifier
• Anti-rheumatic
• Nutritive

Indications

Internal use

• Cystitis
• Rheumatism
• Kidney detoxification
• Menstrual pain
• Colic
• Flatulence
• Menopause
• Bad breath
• Hypertension

External use

• Lice
• Hyperpigmentation

Side Effects

• High doses may be toxic.

Contraindications

• Concerning parsley seeds or roots (not the leaves): pregnancy, people with kidney disease or cirrhosis of the liver.
• For whole parsley: breastfeeding.

Interactions

• Not documented

 

How to use

• Decoction
• Essential oil 
• Tincture
• Capsules