Renal health benefits and therapeutic effects of parsley (Petroselinum crispum): a review
Sami Alobaidi · 2024
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Sami Alobaidi reviews parsley as a kidney aid in this 2024 paper. The common herb has a long history in folk medicine, and its plant chemicals include flavonoids and scented oils with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action. Alobaidi set out to gather what science actually shows about parsley and kidney health, and where the gaps remain.
Animal studies found less oxidative stress, better metabolic markers, and improved kidney function. The few human studies showed modest gains in urine makeup and kidney markers. Parsley also acts as a diuretic, helping the body shed water. But safety at high doses is unproven, and clashes with drugs or risks in pregnancy need study. The author calls for firm clinical trials and standard methods before parsley earns a place in kidney care.
Catalog record
| CREATOR | Sami Alobaidi |
|---|---|
| YEAR | 2024 |
| COLLECTION | PAPERS |
| FORMAT | TXT |
| FILE SIZE | 41 KB |
| VERSION | 1.0 |
| LICENSE | CC BY 4.0 |
| RIGHTS | CC BY |
| SOURCE | Europe PMC |