Parsley is
one of many (scented) essential oils used in aromatherapy.
Essential
oils are generally used in very small quantities, e.g. measured as a
small number of drops of the essential oil in a larger quantity of
an appropriate carrier
oil.
Properties*:
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antimicrobial;
antirheumatic;
antiseptic;
astringent;
carminative;
depurative;
diuretic;
emmenagogue;
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febrifuge;
hypotensive;
laxative;
stimulant (mild);
stomachic;
tonic (uterine).
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Method of Extraction: |
Steam distillation (from the or the herb).
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Main Constituents: |
Distilled from the seed: apiol, myristicin, tetramethoxyallybenzene,
pinene. Distilled from the herb:
myristicin, phellandrene, myrcene, apiol, terenolene, menthatriene,pinene,
carotel. |
From: |
Native to the Mediterranean region and now cultivated in many places,
especially in Europe and Asia. |
Where to Buy: |
[No recommended supplier yet.] |
- Use in moderation. Avoid during pregnancy
- For more general
information about Aromatherapy see: Aromatherapy, Aromatherapists, Massage, Carrier
Oils, and Business
Development ideas for Therapists.
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As described in Aromatherapy textbooks - this is NOT a medical
product. No medical benefits claimed.
Some essential oils are not safe for use by everyone - consult a
qualified aromatherapist before use. |
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This Section is about
Essential
Oils
(as used in Aromatherapy). _ |
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Non-Aromatherapy
Uses of
Parsley Oil:
Seed oil used in soaps, detergents, cosmetics
and perfumes. Herb also used as a food flavouring.
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