Kitchen Witchery
Parsley Root has been used medicinally since ancient times for digestive disorders, bronchitis, and urinary tract problems.
The volatile oil increases circulation to the digestive tract. Parsley juice has been used to treat toothache, and as a hair rinse or as a facial steam for dry skin. Other uses for Parsley Root have been to tone the urinary tract reducing the possibility of infections, alleviate painful menstruation, lowering blood pressure and improving asthma, allergies and bronchitis by drying excessive mucous.
Parsley is rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamins A and C, and compounds that clear toxins from the body. It also reduces inflammations, contains histamine inhibitors and is a free radical scavenger. Because of the high clorofil content, it acts as a great breath freshener.
Parsley is believed to promote lust and spice up a flagging sex drive. Introduce it into your life by adding it to salads, stews, and soups.
Parlsey in Magick
A good medicinal herb and easy to grow, parsley is most often used in protection spells. Parsley can be used in a ritual bath and in ritual incense associated with communication with spirits of the dead. Wearing or eating parsley is supposed to protect against drunkenness and increase strength, vitality and passion. Parsley is also supposed to protect food from contamination.
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Learning about herbs is beneficial for both cooking and medicine making. Those who are naturally drawn to herbal magic have an affinity with Nature. They innerstand the power of plants, herbs, and flowers, and their place in the world. You do not control nature; you learn to work with it. The power to take control of your health is available to you. You got this. ||| Aile Reve | Herbs Moon Celebration
Sources:
Femme Zoom
The Epicentre, Encyclopedia of Spices
The Beginner's Guide to Wicca by Kisten Riddle
Witchipedia
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