We consume parsley especially by adding it to our salads, soups and meat dishes. There are a lot of people who don’t like parsley, which is indispensable for kitchens, as well as those who love it. Generally, the leaves of parsley are taken and the stem is thrown away. Parsley stem is as useful as its leaves. If you are one of those who remove the parsley before using it and discard the stem, you will not throw it away after this news. So what are the benefits of parsley stalk? Here, Expert Dietitian Şebnem Kandıralı Yıldırım explained the benefits of the excellent nutritional parsley stalk.
Fights diseases
Parsley provides defense for various diseases from atherosclerosis to diabetes, from colon cancer to asthma. It is an excellent source of vitamin C, it helps to neutralize free radicals that play a role in the formation of diseases.
Reduces the risk of cancer
Eating parsley reduces the risk of cancers such as breast, digestive system, skin and prostate. Parsley contains high levels of chlorophyll and apigenin, a flavonoid. Apigenin has anti-cancer properties.
Blood coagulation and bone health
With its high vitamin K content, it regulates blood coagulation in the body and plays a role in the continuity of strong bones. There are 125 micrograms of vitamin K in 2 tablespoons of parsley, men should get at least 120 micrograms daily and women should get at least 90 micrograms of vitamin K.
Helps regulate the immune system
Parsley suppresses the highly stimulated immune response with its essential oil. It fights against allergies, auto immune (MS, Behçet’s disease, celiac, rheumatoid arthritis..) and chronic inflammatory disorders.
Provides a good view
Parsley contains 2 types of carotenoids, lutein and zeaxanthin. These two antioxidants protect the retina of the eye from the wasted wavelengths of light, thus both helping to reduce the onset of cataracts and reducing the risk of macular degeneration (yellow spot).
Prevents inflammation
Helps reduce pain and swelling caused by arthritis. Parsley contains an essential oil called eugenol, this oil has strong anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic properties at the same time, it prevents swelling in the joints to a great extent.
