Q&A for How to Make Parsley Tea

There are numerous health benefits of parsley tea. It is high in flavonoid antioxidants, contains beneficial essential oils that fight cancer, is a natural diuretic and helps relieve bloating, improves digestion, and has antifungal and antibacterial properties. It is also believed that parsley tea is good for people suffering from kidney stones, urinary tract infections, and gallbladder stones.

Teas for healthier and more beautiful hair are peppermint tea, which is useful for reducing the production of sebum, calming the scalp and reducing dandruff; sage tea, which is good for preventing grey hairs; and rosemary, which is great for strengthening hair, boosting its growth and fighting hair loss.

Parsley tea is an excellent remedy for swollen feet and legs. Painful and swollen feet and legs, or peripheral edema, according to Mayo Clinic, can be the result of fluid retention in the tissue. Therefore, parsley tea, being a natural diuretic, is beneficial.

Unfortunately, parsley tea isn't a magic brew for dieters. Its mild diuretic properties can, however, help to jump-start your diet and boost your confidence as you lose water weight. Exercise and balanced meals are the surest path to sensible weight loss.

It won't "cure" swelling, but you may find that it relieves your swelling slightly.

Typically, parsley is a diuretic, which can help get get rid of excess water. However, if you have the sensation of feeling bloated every time you drink water, I would seek medical advice. The reason for feeling bloated may not be negated by the addition of parsley.

If they are only yellow, it is OK to use for tea, but make sure they are not rotten. They get yellow before they start to rot.

Up to three cups a day is okay for most people. Do not drink this tea if you are pregnant, anemic, about to have surgery or are recovering from surgery. If you're diabetic, stick to one cup a day and be careful with your blood sugar levels - "food amounts" of parsley are fine, but lots of parsley tea could give you hypoglycemia. If you're on medication, talk to your doctor before starting parsley tea, as it can interact with a number of medications.

Yes, you can. The above instructions for dried parsley tea will also work with the parsley flakes you get from the herbs and spices section of the supermarket. Don't use stale flakes though, just ones still within their use-by date.