Parsley is one of the most commonly used plants in Colombian cuisine. Which not only contains hundreds of recipes for the flavor it brings to food, Rather, as a decorative element that gives color to various dishes.
However, and despite having a good reputation in the kitchen, this herbaceous plant is also notIt has medicinal, diuretic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antidiabetic, or immunological, among many others.
It contains very powerful components that allow it to have many uses to help with certain ailments, symptoms, or simply for health care, as its continued consumption helps control delicate issues such as diabetes and liver conditions.
It is very common for them to recommend parsley For kidney stones, urinary tract infections and high blood pressure, thanks to its diuretic properties.
Parsley controls sugar and protects the liver
People with diabetes require special care and parsley is usually a very important ally in their diet, as it helps to control blood sugar.
simultaneously, It takes care of the liver due to its antioxidant properties and also, due to its flavonoids, it helps to prevent the appearance of this pathology.This is a great help for people who have been diagnosed with prediabetes.
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how to make it
You can consume it in a variety of ways to make the most of its properties; From tea to juice in which you have to add some more ingredients.
As far as tea is concerned, It helps fight urinary tract infections and controls high blood pressure and fluid retention.
the ingredients are:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano or 3 tablespoons fresh oregano
- 250 ml boiling water
To make it, all you have to do is put parsley in boiling water, cover the container and keep it for 10 minutes. Then serve it and consume an average of three cups per day. If it is pregnant, you will not be able to consume it.
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Green parsley juice is another tempting way to consume it. It has antioxidant properties and is extremely important for skin care, fluid retention and weight loss diets.
You should combine it with other green foods that will help you maximize its effects.
the ingredients are:
- 1/2 cup parsley
- 1 orange
- 1/2 apple
- 1/2 cucumber
- 1 glass coconut water
Its preparation is very simple. All you have to do is mix all the ingredients and serve without adding sugar and without straining.
Despite its properties, this food has some contraindications and should not be consumed by people with severe kidney problems, nephrotic or nephritic syndrome.
simultaneously, Ajwain juice or tea should not be consumed by lactating or pregnant women, as these can affect the development of the baby.
fruits to lower blood sugar
If high blood sugar levels are detected after medical examination, the doctor will recommend a change in diet and the diet will be rich in fiber, low in fat and few calories, focusing on fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
Regarding fruits, Portuguese portal for health, nutrition and well-being your health Turns out papaya is ideal, because “Because papaya contains a good amount of fiber, papaya slows down the absorption of carbohydrates from food, balancing blood sugar levels. and avoiding the development of insulin resistance and diabetes.
Additionally, it should be noted that papaya is a tropical fruit that is grown in various parts of the world and has many benefits for the body, it contains high amounts of vitamins A, B and C, fiber, potassium, and folate , also known as acid. folic.
With regard to consumption, the Portuguese portal reported that despite the existence of an exact amount “The minimum daily recommendation for fruit is between two and three servings, which is between 160 and 240 grams per day.”
They also indicated that “papaya can be consumed fresh, dehydrated or in the form of juices, smoothies and fruit salads, and it can also be given in small amounts to children to improve constipation.”