Celery is eaten around the world as a vegetable. In North America the crisp petiole (leaf stalk) is used. In Europe the hypocotyl is used as a root vegetable. The leaves are strongly flavored and are used less often, either as a flavoring in soups and stews or as a dried herb. Celery, onions, and bell peppers are the “holy trinity” of Louisiana Creole and Cajun cuisine. Celery, onions, and carrots make up the French mirepoix, often used as a base for sauces and soups. Celery is a staple in many soups, such as chicken noodle soup. And more recently it has been use as a part of a basket of chicken wings with blue cheese or ranch to dip celery in.
While there is no doubt the veggie adds a lot of flavor to some of our favorite foods, celery actually ahs a number of beneficial health benefits. Some use it as a weight loss aid while others use it’s seeds as an herbal treatment for certain conditions.
In this article from the Food Matters website, they talk about the top 5 benefits of drinking Celery Juice a natural remedy:
“5 Powerful Healing Benefits of Celery Juice
OLIVIA BUDGEN AUG 20,
OLIVIA BUDGEN The humble celery is commonly used in combination with other ingredients to create highly nutritious, raw, fresh juices. But did you know that pure celery juice has unique regenerating and healing properties which are enhanced when it’s juiced on its own?
No matter who you are, where you live or what diet you follow, drinking celery juice will be an extremely beneficial practice to incorporate into your life. Here are 5 reasons why:
1. Heals The Gut
Celery contains special nutrients in its fibers which are realized when the vegetable is juiced. These nutrients promote optimal functioning of the digestive tract by acting as a natural laxative and relaxing the nerves that have been damaged by unhealthy lifestyle and food choices.
Celery juice is soothing and cooling to the digestive tract, which aids any inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. This is perfect for anyone with IBS, Crohn’s, colon cancer, etc.
The exceptionally high percentage of natural sodium in celery can really help you absorb and utilize the rest of the food you consume throughout the day. The enzymes in celery work to raise the hydrochloric acid in the stomach so that food digests easily and doesn’t ferment.
Anthony Williams AKA Medical Medium states that celery is one of the best ways to alkalize the gut. The powerful varieties of sodium work together to eliminate toxins from every inch of your body, including your gut, helping to heal and regenerate your stomach lining. He states that drinking half a litre of fresh celery juice every morning on an empty stomach can transform your health and digestion in as little as one week.
2. Strengthens The Bones
Have you ever noticed that celery actually looks like bones? The Doctrine of Signaturesconveys that the way a plant appears shows what part of the body it is particularly beneficial for. Is it coincidental that bones are 23% sodium and celery is also 23% sodium? I don’t think so!
Celery is very high in calcium and silicon which help to regenerate and strengthen damaged bones. Celery is also high in Vitamin K which plays an important role in bone metabolism and protection against osteoporosis.
The pioneer of vegetable juicing, Dr. Norman Walker, stated that calcium must be consumed organically and through vitally organic atoms. When food containing calcium is cooked or processed the calcium is automatically converted into inorganic atoms. This means they are not soluble in water and they cannot furnish the cells in our body with the nourishment they require for regeneration. So juicing fresh, raw celery is a perfect way to reap the bone-strengthening benefits.
A lack of natural sodium in your diet causes your body to pull it from your bones, making them weak and brittle over time. Nature has cleverly provided celery to help humans strengthen and replenish their body’s skeletal system. “
Celery contains minerals such as calcium, sodium, copper, magnesium, iron, zinc, and potassium. It contains fatty acids and vitamins including vitamin A, K, C, E, D, and the B vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, folic acid, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12). It also contains fiber. It is no wonder it can have such a beneficial impact on your health.
It detoxifies the body, reduces high blood pressure, and promotes overall health in a vast number of ways. To finish reading the remaining top 5 benefits of celery juice, make your way over to the article on the website over at Food Matters.
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