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Italian Parsley

Italian parsley is a flat-leaf culinary herb with a fresh, slightly peppery flavor commonly used in Mediterranean and many other cuisines. It is typically eaten raw or cooked in small to moderate amounts as a garnish, seasoning, or salad ingredient.

Beneficial properties

rich in vitamin K source of vitamin C contains antioxidants low in calories supports flavor without added sodium

Nutritional highlights

Italian parsley provides vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin A precursors such as carotenoids, folate, and small amounts of iron and potassium.

Caution. Very high vitamin K content may interfere with warfarin and other vitamin K antagonist blood thinners if intake changes significantly.

Conditions it helps with

Chronic Inflammation
Includes: Inflammation
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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Immune System (general)
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