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How is parsley used in folk medicine?

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to promote menstruation , facilitate childbirth , and increase female libido. Its emmenagogic properties can bring on delayed menstruation. Parsley juice also inhibits the secretion of histamine; it is useful in treating hives

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Parsley poultices may also soothe tired, irritated eyes, and speed the healing of bruises . The juice will relieve the itch and sting of insect bites, and serves well as a mosquito repellent.

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