Parsley Tea: Benefits and Brewing

Parsley tea is an herbal infusion made from fresh or dried parsley leaves steeped in hot water. It is known for its potential health benefits, such as supporting digestion and providing antioxidants.
Category
Herbal Tea
Where to get
Available as dried parsley leaves in health food stores and online, can be brewed at home.
Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Parsley Tea FAQ


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What are the health benefits of parsley tea?

The health benefits of parsley tea may include anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour, anti-cancer, antioxidant, stimulant, antispasmodic, relaxant, and detoxifying properties.

How do you use parsley tea?

Here are a few ideas on how to incorporate it to reap the parsley tea benefits: Cooking Liquid: Use parsley tea as a cooking liquid for grains like rice, quinoa, or couscous. The grains will absorb the flavors of the tea during the cooking process, adding an interesting layer of flavor to the final dish.

What are the different types of parsley tea?

There are different kinds of parsley: curly leaf ( Petroselinum crispum) and flat leaf ( Petroselinum neapolitanum) or Italian parsley. The kind used in parsley tea is up to you, based on your flavor preferences. The quickest way to enjoy parsley tea is by using a parsley tea bag. You'll find many brands online and in many health food stores.

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