Why Parsley?

If parsley is thrown into fishponds,
it will heal the sick fishes therein.

~Turner

The most popular culinary herb is probably parsley. The Romany folk used it for many cures. Parsley is best when fresh and green, and goes with almost any dish, adding not only flavour but also helping to keep the system clear and disease at bay. Incidentally, a sprig dipped in vinegar and chewed will sweeten the sourest of breath....

... I am so sorry to do this to you, but this post has been combined with another, and moved to my new website, Gypsy Magick and Lore, it can be found in its entirety here: Why Parsley?