You’re out to dinner and order this delicious, juicysteakor this fresh, homemadepastadish.
Your meal comes out and it looks appetizing and aesthetically pleasing.
Sitting on top of the glistening steak or mound of pasta is this little garnish.
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And instead of eating it, you just push it to the side and continue devouring your meal.
You most likely just passed on the leafy herb, parsley.
No one really thinks to eat the parsley on the dish, unless sprinkled into the actual meal.
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However, there are some benefits to actually consuming it.
For more on leafy garnishes, check out5 Surprising Effects of Cilantro, Says Dietitian.
You may have fresh breath.
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And these may helpfreshen your breath.
Plus, parsley (as well as most leafy greens) contains a compound calledchlorophyll.
This compound has been studied to reduce body odors and is an active ingredient in some deodorants and mouthwashes.
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You may end up eating less salt.
To get an idea of how to incorporate more parsley into your dish, try ourSprig of Parsley Smoothie.
You may support your immune system.
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You’ve heard about anapplea day, but what about a piece of parsley a day?
