Marie Claire UK suggested women put parsley in their vaginas to induce their periods in a now-deleted article

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A now-deleted Marie Claire UK article claimed the herb parsley, when inserted into the vagina, could soften women's cervixes to induce their periods early.

Gynecologists are now warning women against the practice since it can lead to life-threatening bacterial infections. There's also no scientific proof the practice can induce periods.

In August 2018, a woman died after inserting parsley in her vagina in an attempt to start her period early.

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Gynecologists are warning women against putting the herb parsley in their vaginas to induce their periods after Marie Claire UK offered the advice in a now-deleted article, The Independent reported.

The article said parsley can help "kick-start your period" because it has ingredients that can "help to soften the cervix and level out hormonal imbalances that could be delaying your cycle, helping your period come faster." Inducing one's period early could be appealing for planning purposes. See the rest of the story at Business InsiderNOW WATCH: Behind the scenes with Shepard Smith the Fox News star who just announced his resignation from the networkSee Also:I just found out my boyfriend of 1 year has a child from a past relationship. Should I forgive him for his secret?Gwyneth Paltrow sent her employees to take psychedelic mushrooms in Jamaica. One staffer said she felt like she'd undergone 5 years of therapy.What it's like to be a 'traveling stripper,' including strip-club auditions and late-night hotel workouts

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