Parsley

Parsley- In addition to its culinary use, P. crispum possesses many medicinal properties, first mentioned by the ancient Greeks. P. crispum plant is rich in ascorbic acid, carotenoids, flavonoids, apiole, terpenoid compounds, coumarin, phenylpropanoids, phthalides, tocopherol, and furanocoumarins. The leaves hold high content of vitamins (A, C, and K), β-carotene, and also lutein, zeaxanthin, folate, choline, niacin, and pantothenic acid. Together with leaves, the plant roots are wonderful source of a range of minerals (Ca, K, Mg, B, P, Fe, Na, Zn, F, Mn, and Se). High concentration of boron and fluoride in parsley leaves might help against bone thinning and osteoporosis, and it's great combination of calcium and fluorine supports teeth.