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14 Amazing Health Benefits of Celery

By on July 20, 2016

Health Benefits of Celery

Celery is one of the healthiest food in the world. It is well known for its crunchy stalk. It is a low-calorie snack. The health benefits of this vegetable are incredible and endless.

14 Amazing Health Benefits of Celery

14 Amazing Health Benefits of Celery

Nutritional Analysis of Celery:

Celery is highly nutritious due to the presence of antioxidants and phytochemicals such as Phenolic acid, Falvanols, furanocoumarins, dihydrotilbenoids and phytosterols.

It also contains Vitamin C, beta-carotene, manganese and phytochemicals that are retained to a large extent even after being steamed. Celery contains 0 fat and is also rich in vitamin A, Calcium, Potassium, folate, Vitamin B6 and Vitamin K. It is also rich in Fiber. Apart from the stalk the seeds and leaves of celery are also beneficial.

Health Benefits of Celery

Health Benefits of Celery

Amazing Health Benefits of Celery:

  1. Prevents cancer- celery is known to contain Luteolin that is a powerful flavonoid. It is known to restrict the growth of cancer causing cells and suppresses their survival. If a woman takes celery regularly she is protected from the risk of breast cancer as celery delays breast cancer cell formation.

  2. Promotes digestion- Due to the presence of NBP, which is an odorless and oily compound celery flush out the toxins including uric acid and act as diuretics. It improves the blood circulation of the intestines, thus relieves the water retention and bloating of the stomach. It regulates the body alkaline balance and prevents the acidity. Also, it is high in water content and fiber that prevents constipation by aiding the passage of the stool.

    *Remember to avoid eating it if you have diarrhea.

  3. Prevents cardiac diseases- The seeds of celery exhibits anti-hypertensive properties and reduces the risk of high blood pressure and coronary heart diseases. Due to the presence of phthalides, it is known to boost the blood circulation and check the level of elevated blood pressure. Besides, butylphthalide present in it lowers the level of cholesterol owing to its lipid-lowering properties and thus prevents the formation of plaques in vessels.

     

    Cerely Prevents cardiac diseases

    Cerely Prevents cardiac diseases

  4. Reduces inflammation- If you are suffering from joint pain, stiff neck or any kind of infections such as lung infection drinking juice of cereal or eating it will ease your symptoms. It is also beneficial in treating acne. Antioxidants present in celery such as flavonoids, polyphenol, and polysaccharides are well-known anti-inflammatories. Antioxidants fight against the free radicals and reduces the risk of oxidative damage that may cause inflammation. Due to the presence of Quercitin, Ferulic acid and caffeic acid it also treats arthritis, gout, skin disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, Urinary tract infections and liver infections.

  5. Checks your weight- Being a zero fat and low-calorie crunchy snacks, celery is a great choice if you are on a weight loss program. Besides, it promotes the body metabolism and flushes out the harmful toxins from our body.
  6. Contains good salt- Unlike table salt, the salt present in celery is organic, natural and improves health.
  7. Reduces pain- Seeds of celery contains an oily compound called apiol which not only is a flavouring agent, but also has medicinal qualities and reduces pain.
    Seeds of Cerely Reduces pain

    Seeds of Cerely Reduces pain

  8. Prevents eye diseases- Celery is rich in vitamin A and thus fulfills the daily requirement of Vitamin A and prevents Age-related diseases of the eyes.
  9. Boosts sex life- Celery contains two pheromones that are androsterone and androstenol. They are released from the stalk on chewing it. They boost the level of arousal and contributes to happy sexual life.
  10. Reduces stress- Magnesium and essential oils present in celery act on the nervous system and soothes it. This relieves tension and reduces stress.
  11. Treats mouth ulcer- Ethanol extract present in the celery prevents the formation of the ulcer by protecting the digestive tract lining. Chemicals such as flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids and volatile oils reduce the level of gastric acid and prevents the mucus lining the digestive tract.
  12. Prevents UTI- Being a diuretic celery promotes the formation of urine and flush out uric acid from the body. It fights against the bacteria due to its anti-microbial property and prevents urinary tract infection.
  13. Healthy liver- Celery prevents the formations and deposit of dangerous fats in the liver and thus protects the liver from damage.
  14. Prevents infection- Seeds of celery contain anti-microbial components. They fight against disease causing microbes and protects against various infections.

Keep in mind that celery may cause severe allergic reaction causing anaphylactic shock in sensitive people who are allergic to it. So be cautious if you are allergic to vegetables.

While selecting celery, keep in mind that the stalk should be upright and when it is bent it snaps. Also, the leaves should be crispy, dark and fresh. It is better to eat raw celery but steamed celery also retain 80 percent nutritional qualities.

Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta
Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta:  Professionally a homeopathic doctor and a dietician Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta is passionate about writing health and parenting blogs. She believes in holistic approach towards health and well being.
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