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Traditional cure made with parsley, lemon, and water
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Parsley cure (200 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.4 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 3280 µg of Vitamin K covers 2733% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
36
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
6.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 30% · Fat 13%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 36 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.6 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 112 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 36 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 200 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 cup (jumbo) | 400 g | 72 kcal |
Calculated from 18 calories per 100 g.
Parsley cure is a homemade drink traditionally made with parsley, lemon, and water. Recipes vary in how much lemon they use and whether the ingredients are blended or steeped; it is not a standardized medical remedy.
No, parsley cure does not burn fat or cause lasting weight loss on its own. Replacing a sugary drink with it may reduce what you consume, but it cannot substitute for a sustainable eating pattern and regular activity.
No, parsley cure does not detox or cleanse your kidneys or liver. These organs already process and remove waste from the body; the drink is not a treatment for kidney stones, kidney disease, or liver problems.
Parsley cure has not been proven to treat water retention. Drinking it contributes fluid, but persistent or unexplained swelling needs attention to its cause rather than a homemade cleanse.
No, parsley cure is not a reliable way to bring on a period. Drinking a stronger mixture is not a safe solution for a late period, and it should not be used to try to end a pregnancy.
Yes, you can make parsley cure without a blender. Finely chop washed parsley, add it to water with lemon, and let it steep before drinking; the texture will be less smooth than a blended version.
There is no established health benefit to drinking parsley cure every day. Avoid treating it as a long-term cleanse or a replacement for ordinary water and varied meals.
Parsley cure is not a proven remedy, and concentrated parsley preparations may not be suitable during pregnancy. Ask your healthcare professional before using it regularly or in large amounts, rather than relying on it for a health effect.
Keep parsley cure covered in the refrigerator and, for the freshest taste, make only what you plan to drink that day. Its color and flavor can change as it sits; do not leave it at room temperature for long.
No, parsley cure does not have to be strained. Blending leaves a thicker drink with the parsley in it, while straining or steeping and removing the leaves gives a lighter texture.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
3280µg · 2733% DV
Vitamin C
266mg · 296% DV
Vitamin A
842µg · 94% DV
Folate
304µg · 76% DV
Minerals
Iron
12mg · 67% DV
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
1108mg · 33% DV
Calcium
276mg · 28% DV
Sodium
112mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Parsley cure is a homemade drink associated with Turkish food traditions, made by blending fresh parsley with lemon and water. It may be served as a pulpy mixture or strained for a lighter, smoother sip.
Its flavour is sharply herbal and tangy, and it is usually served chilled in a small glass rather than treated as a meal. You can have it alongside breakfast or a light meal, though its bold taste also suits drinking on its own. The drink is mostly water and low in calories. For a milder version, use less lemon or add more water, and prepare it fresh for the cleanest flavour.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.