What are the benefits of Chervil?

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By Arlene Wright-Correll

A reader asks, “What are the benefits of Chervil?”

As far as I know there are at least 7 health benefits for Chervil.

 Dried chervil leaves are very low in calories and also have a very mild flavor.   Very good source of beta-carotene, which is a precursor of Vitamin A. It enhances the eye sight, fights against acne, results in smooth radiant skin.

It is a good source of Vitamin C, which along with beta-carotenes acts as antioxidants, scavenge the free radicals, preserve the integrity of cell membranes and prevent the damage caused by them.   Good source of magnesium that helps in relieving fatigue, relaxing the muscles, nerves and blood vessels, thus relieving the symptoms of asthma, migraine headaches, tension, soreness in muscles.

It is a very good source of manganese, which is an essential cofactor in many enzymatic reactions in the body, especially in the production of energy and antioxidants defenses.

Good source of other minerals like calcium, iron, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, copper and manganese, which play a very important role in maintaining proper metabolic activities of the body.

It is a good source of soluble dietary fiber. It adds roughage to the contents of the intestines, promotes satiety, promotes the health of the colon, and also helps in relieving constipation, hemorrhoids, diverticular disorders, etc. This is for your info only because it is not verified by FDA.

Another question asked about shade plants.   There are many beautiful plants to liven up a shady corner of the garden. Although ferns and hostas may be the first plants to pop immediately to mind when you hear the phrase "shade garden," there are dozens of worthwhile plants that much prefer shade to sun. Here are seven of my favorites. 

Why not try planting some Toadlilies are surprising late-season bloomers in the shade garden as are Yellow Bleeding Hearts and Fern Leaf Bleeding Hearts and Cora Bells.

While you are at it you can also plant some Spotted Dead Nettle and some Rocket Ligularia and Siberian Bugloss. 

May the Creative Force be with you as you tread the earth lightly!

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