History

The name “parsley” comes from the Greek word petroselinon, meaning rock celery, because it thrives on rocks and walls.

Parsley is native to the Mediterranean region of Southern Europe and has been cultivated for more than 2,000 years. Some historians credit Charles the Great, the Holy Roman Emperor, for making this herb so popular because he had it gown all over his property.

In mythology, parsley was believed to have sprung from the Greek hero, Archemorous, the forerunner of death. According to legend, the plant first sprouted in the blood of Archemorus. This myth caused the ancient Greeks to hold that parsley was sacred and also evil. Warriors fed parsley leaves to their horses to give them strength. The Greeks placed it on winning athletes and also on the tombs of the dead. The expression De’eis thai selinon, “to need only parsley,” was a euphemistic expression equivalent to “one foot in the grave.” Throughout time parsley was believed to have many unusual and magical uses. For example, it was once believed that this herb was evil and if you are in love, you should never cut parsley, or it would cut and ruin your love.

Parsley was originally the variety with flat leaves, but when the curly-leafed variety was found and began gaining in popularity, parsley began to be used more frequently.

Source:  https://www.myspicer.com/history-of-parsley/

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• Gastrointestinal disorders
• High blood pressure

Cleansing Parsley Juice 

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch parsley
• 1 green apple cored and loosely chopped
• 1/2 lemon juiced
• sliver fresh ginger root
• 1.5 cups water
• 1 tablespoon raw honey 
  

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients in a high speed blender.Process until smooth. Enjoy right away

Source:  https://www.beetsandbones.com/cleansing-parsley-juice-food-is-medicine/