Evidence supporting the use of: Parsley
For the health condition: Hemorrhoids
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) has a long history of use in traditional medicine for various ailments, including digestive issues and inflammatory conditions. In the context of hemorrhoids, its application is primarily justified by traditional practices rather than robust scientific validation. Folk medicine in some cultures recommends parsley as a topical poultice or as part of teas to alleviate symptoms of hemorrhoids, likely due to its purported anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and vascular-strengthening properties. The plant is rich in vitamins C and K, and flavonoids, which are thought to support blood vessel health and reduce swelling.
However, there is very limited scientific evidence directly supporting the use of parsley specifically for hemorrhoids. Most available studies focus on parsley’s general anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, not on hemorrhoidal disease. Clinical trials or rigorous scientific studies assessing parsley’s efficacy or safety for hemorrhoid treatment are lacking. Therefore, while the traditional use of parsley for hemorrhoids exists, its evidence rating remains low due to the absence of direct scientific support. Individuals considering parsley for this purpose should consult healthcare professionals, as established treatments have a much stronger evidence base.
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Aerva lanata
Aescin
Agrimonia pilosa
Agrimony
Ajuga
Alchemilla
Allicin
Allium tuberosum
Aloe vera
American Liverleaf
Amor seco
Angelica
anthocyanidins
anthraquinone
Antirrhinum majus
antler
apple
apple cider vinegar
apricot
Ardisia
aster root
avens
bael
Baliospermum
banyan
Barleria
Bassia scoparia
bayleaf
Bergenia
betel
bilberry
bioflavonoids
birch
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black nightshade
black root
blackberry
blackboard tree
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Borassus aethiopum
borassus palm
bran
Brassica
butcher's broom
cabbage
cactus
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capsicum
Carthamus
castor oil
Celosia
chamomile
chard
chestnut
Chinese silkvine
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cinquefoil
citrus bioflavonoids
Clerodendrum indicum
coconut oil
colocynth
commiphora
Cucurbita
Cyathula
Cynodon dactylon
dandelion
Dianthus
Diosmin
elephant\'s head
Embelia
escin
fiber
fiber blend (proprietary)
Ficus simplicissima
geranium
gotu kola
green chiretta
hazelnut
horse chestnut
Indian coraltree
Kokilaksha
labrador tea
lemon
lichen
licorice root
little ironweed
Lycopodium
Methylcellulose
Mezoneuron benthamianum
Morinda
Morning glory
Morus
Mountain Pepper
Mucilage
Myrrh
Nettle
Nimbidin
Nymphaea nouchali
Oak
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Onosma bracteatum
oregon grape
Oroxylum indicum
pagoda tree
Papayotin
parsley
paw paw
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peony
Persimmon
phellodendron amurense
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plum fruit
Polygonum
Portulaca
proanthocyanidins
prune
Prunus
psyllium
punarnava
rhubarb
Rosa laevigata
Rosabin
Rubia cordifolia
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Ruscus
rutin
Rutosides
Sanguisorba
Sarivan
sea salt
seaweed
Shark Liver Oil
shepherd's purse
slippery elm bark
Sumac
Sword Bean
Szechuan lovage
Tamarind
Tannins
Taraxacin
Terminalia
Triphala
Troxerutin
turmeric
Varuna
vitamin C
Wax Gourd
Winter Begonia
Witch Hazel
Yellow Dock
Zinc
Zucchini
Other health conditions supported by parsley
DysmenorrheaEdema
Parasites (tapeworm)
PMS Type H
Blood in Urine
Abdominal Pain
Afterbirth Pain
Anemia
Appetite (deficient)
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Canker Sores
Colic (adults)
Colic (children)
Constipation (adults)
Cough (general)
Cough (dry)
Cough (damp)
Cramps (menstrual)
Cramps and Spasms
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Eye Infections
Fatigue
Fever
Gall Bladder (sluggish or removed)
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Headache (sinus)
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis
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