parsley and cilantro?

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parsley and cilantro?

Postby luvthembirds on Mon May 05, 2008 6:43 pm

I've heard they are bad for birds. Is this true?
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Re: parsley and cilantro?

Postby sassie on Tue May 06, 2008 7:53 am

Parsley: is a particularly nutritious green plant but for whatever reason, it has long been suspected of being poisonous to birds. Parsley is not toxic to birds and can be fed in moderation without any problem. It is a good source of iron, beta carotene and vitamins B1, B2 and C. Parsley contains most of the amino acids that are the "building blocks" of protein. Medicinal benefits: Parsley is useful as a blood purifier. It detoxifies harmful contaminants, promotes healthy skin and feathers, tones the digestive system, prevents kidney ailments and treats arthritis. It also acts as a natural antibiotic.

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Re: parsley and cilantro?

Postby MFids on Tue May 06, 2008 12:20 pm

I haven't heard of either one being bad... Parsley is on the safe list, as is cilantro, but you don't really hear much of people feeding cilantro, except maybe at sites such as Land of Vos.
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Re: parsley and cilantro?

Postby Maija Thorstrom on Fri Jun 06, 2008 6:33 pm

My birds love cilantro. I don't feed it very often, but when I do, they devour it. I've seen it listed in bird books as being good for them.

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