What You Lose When You Blend
There’s more to parsley than just fiber. When eaten fresh and whole, parsley slowly releases essential oils that aid digestion and reduce gas. These oils can be damaged or lost during blending or overexposure to air.
So if you’re drinking parsley as juice, you’re not only losing the fiber, but also its digestive benefits.
How to Use Parsley the Right Way
To get parsley’s benefits safely and effectively, stick to the traditional methods:
- Chop it fresh and sprinkle it over your meals.
- Add it at the end of cooking to preserve its nutrients and flavor.
- Chew a few sprigs after meals to freshen breath and support digestion.
- For a gentle diuretic effect, steep fresh parsley in hot water for five minutes and enjoy as tea.
Just one or two tablespoons of chopped parsley a day is enough. More is not always better—especially if it’s juiced or blended.
