Evidence supporting the use of: Parsley
For the body system: Lymphatics

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) has a longstanding history in traditional herbal medicine for supporting various aspects of health, including the lymphatic system. Historically, parsley has been used as a diuretic and depurative—herbs believed to help the body "cleanse" fluids, which may have been interpreted as beneficial for the lymphatic system due to its role in fluid balance and detoxification processes. Traditional European herbalists often recommended parsley for swelling and "water retention," which are symptoms sometimes linked to lymphatic congestion.

However, scientific evidence specifically validating parsley’s effects on the lymphatic system is limited. Some laboratory and animal studies have demonstrated that parsley contains flavonoids and volatile oils with anti-inflammatory and mild diuretic properties, but these effects have not been directly studied in the context of human lymphatic health. Its use for lymphatic support remains rooted in historical and folk practices, rather than in robust clinical trials or mechanistic studies. In summary, parsley’s reputation for lymphatic support is primarily traditional, with only indirect or general scientific rationale and no direct clinical validation.

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