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Parsley seed oil is a specific product that is widely used in cosmetics. It works great in the fight against cellulite and as a remedy for broken capillaries. However, these are not the only properties of parsley seed oil.
Parsley seed oilis very aromatic - you will surely smell it right after opening the bottle. However, it is not the smell that makes us use parsley seed oil, but its miraculous properties. It can be used both internally and externally, but it is much more popular in cosmetics than in dietetics.
The price of parsley seed oil is not high - we will pay about PLN 25 for 100 ml of parsley seed oil.
Parsley seed oil - properties
In parsley seed oil we find:
- carotene,
- vitamin B1,
- vitamin B2,
- vitamin K,
- vitamin C,
- iron (which parsley is famous for).
Besides, parsley seed oil is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids (87%), phytosterols, flavonoids, essential oils (apiol, myristicin, limonene).
Parsley seed oil - application
Parsley seed oil can be used, as we already mentioned, both internally and externally. First, let's focus on its consuming benefits. If we decide to drink it, choose a very good quality oil, preferably cold pressed and unrefined.
Use it in a small amount -2 to 3 ml once a day.
Parsley seed oil - internal use:
- helps fight rheumatic pains - removes s alts and uric acid (it is a diuretic) from the body, which brings relief in joint diseases;
- has anti-inflammatory properties,
- bactericidal,
- improves blood circulation,
- detoxifies the body, accelerates the excretion of toxins,
- improves hair condition, reduces hair loss,
- reduces fever,
- can accelerate menstruation as it relaxes smooth muscles,
- has a diuretic effect, which reduces swelling,
- supports the digestive system, stimulates the secretion of bile,
- reduces constipation,
- may be helpful in treating acid reflux,
- flushes out toxins from the body,
- may help in the treatment of high blood pressure.
Parsley seed oil - external use:
- primarily moisturizes,
- strengthens broken capillaries (in general, capillaries - recommended for the care of couperose skin),
- soothes inflammation on the skin,
- when applied to the hair, it strengthens it,
- evens skin tone,
- accelerates wound healing,
- helps in the fight against cellulite.
Parsley seed oil - contraindications
Parsley seed oil used externally has no contraindications. However, people with liver and kidney problems should be careful with drinking it. It isprohibited in pregnancyand while breastfeeding. Parsley seed oilmay interact with medications.