Parsley is an extremely powerful herb, and it has been used for hundreds of years to reduce swelling and improve energy levels. Parsley is a natural diuretic, which means that it helps the body get rid of excess fluid. It also flushes out excess salt, a common cause of edema.
Parsley also supports your kidneys, which are responsible for flushing urine and toxins out of your body. As long as you maintain a healthy water intake and get enough parsley in your diet, your body can flush out water and toxins more quickly and consistently. If water sits in your body for less time, it has less of a chance to build up in your feet.
Another benefit of using parsley as a diuretic is its high potassium content. Chemical diuretics often flush potassium out of your body, leading to significant side effects. When you choose parsley instead, you maintain healthy potassium levels.
BREWING PARSLEY TEA
Brewing your own parsley tea at home is an easy way to get this herb into your diet and minimize swelling. Just follow these easy steps to get started. Aim to drink up to two quarts of parsley tea every day.
• Boil a pot of water.
• Chop fresh parsley leaves into small pieces. I pre-chop them and store them dry in an airtight container in the fridge so that I can use some, anytime. They can keep for up to a week.
• Pour one cup of boiling water into a tea cup and add 1/4 cup of chopped parsley leaves.
• Let the tea steep for five to seven minutes.
• Strain out the parsley leaves and drink the tea.
• Add a little ginger and honey if desired.
It is best to drink your parsley tea warm for best effect.
Swelling is an uncomfortable and potentially dangerous side effect. Treat it quickly and naturally with parsley tea
