Nutrition Tip: Parsley's Little Secret (1026 hits)
Parsley is more than just a garnish. It is one of the most delicious, resourceful and versatile vegetables around. Besides being extremely low in calories (~10 calories in ½ cup) and very high in dietary fiber, the exceptionally high amounts of chlorophyll, vitamin C, flavonoids and carotenes in parsley have been shown to inhibit the cancer-causing properties of fried foods.
You can reap the full nutritional benefits of parsley by consuming it in whole or juiced form. In whole form, it can be added to just about any food preparation including soups, stews, salads and stir-fried preparation. I prefer to eat fresh parsley as a salad with other nutrient-dense foods like beets, avocado, citrus fruit and fresh nuts. Parsley is also very satisfying in juiced form. When combined with celery, spinach and/or tomato it serves as a great energy drink.
