Celery
Celery
Celery or Ajmoda is a plant whose leaves and stalk are commonly used as a part of a healthy diet. The word Celery means “quick acting” and is used for many purposes.
Celery being rich in water content helps to keep the body hydrated and removes toxins from the body. It manages indigestion and constipation by improving the gut health due to its high fiber content. Eating Celery leaves gives a feeling of fullness and prevents overeating thereby assisting in weight management.
Celery might also help manage the symptoms of gout by reducing pain and inflammation due to its anti-inflammatory property. It manages cholesterol levels by lowering the total blood cholesterol as well as bad cholesterol (LDL) levels due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Taking 2-3 teaspoons of Celery juice along with honey in a glass of water before going to bed gives a calming effect and helps manage insomnia. Munching on Celery stalks helps to manage menstrual pain as well as cramps and reduces bloating by increasing urination due to its diuretic property[2][3][31].
Celery being rich in water content helps to keep the body hydrated and removes toxins from the body. It manages indigestion and constipation by improving the gut health due to its high fiber content. Eating Celery leaves gives a feeling of fullness and prevents overeating thereby assisting in weight management.
Celery might also help manage the symptoms of gout by reducing pain and inflammation due to its anti-inflammatory property. It manages cholesterol levels by lowering the total blood cholesterol as well as bad cholesterol (LDL) levels due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Taking 2-3 teaspoons of Celery juice along with honey in a glass of water before going to bed gives a calming effect and helps manage insomnia. Munching on Celery stalks helps to manage menstrual pain as well as cramps and reduces bloating by increasing urination due to its diuretic property[2][3][31].
What are the synonyms of Celery?
Apium graveolens, Ajmod, Ajmuda, Ajwain-ka-patta, Vamaku, Randhuni[1].
What is the source of Celery?
Plant Based
Benefits of Celery
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Celery might be good for your overall digestive system due to the presence of phytochemicals. Also, the high water content and fiber may help in improving digestion and controlling constipation.
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Celery is said to ease menstrual discomfort to some extent. Celery can ease bloating during menstruation due to its high water content. A study says that Celery can also reduce cramps during menstruation[23].
Tip:
1. Have a bowl of Celery stalks as a healthy snack.
2. You can combine it with delicious dips like peanut butter.
Tip:
1. Have a bowl of Celery stalks as a healthy snack.
2. You can combine it with delicious dips like peanut butter.
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Celery can be used to get relief from mild to moderate headache.
Headache is a condition that occurs when the blood vessels in the brain dilate activating the pain mediators. Celery has anti-inflammatory property. It lowers the activity of the pain mediators thereby reducing headache[24].
Headache is a condition that occurs when the blood vessels in the brain dilate activating the pain mediators. Celery has anti-inflammatory property. It lowers the activity of the pain mediators thereby reducing headache[24].
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Celery is used in gout.
Celery might help manage pain in case of gout due to its anti-inflammatory property. This property is due to apiin which is a natural flavonoid present in Celery. Apiin reduces the activity of pain mediators and helps in lowering pain and inflammation[10].
Celery might help manage pain in case of gout due to its anti-inflammatory property. This property is due to apiin which is a natural flavonoid present in Celery. Apiin reduces the activity of pain mediators and helps in lowering pain and inflammation[10].
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Celery might help you sleep better.
3, n‐butylphthalide in Celery has a calming effect on your central nervous system and helps you sleep[25].
Tip:
1. Take 2-3 teaspoons of Celery juice and add in one glass water
2. Add 1 teaspoon honey to it.
3. Drink it before going to bed.
4. Do not forget to empty your bladder before sleeping or trips to the washroom will keep you up.
3, n‐butylphthalide in Celery has a calming effect on your central nervous system and helps you sleep[25].
Tip:
1. Take 2-3 teaspoons of Celery juice and add in one glass water
2. Add 1 teaspoon honey to it.
3. Drink it before going to bed.
4. Do not forget to empty your bladder before sleeping or trips to the washroom will keep you up.
How effective is Celery?
Likely effective
Menstrual pain
Insufficient evidence
Gout, Headache, Indigestion, Insomnia
Precautions when using Celery
Moderate Medicine Interaction
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Levothyroxine is used to treat thyroid hormone deficiency. Taking Celery along with levothyroxine might decrease the effectiveness of levothyroxine. So, it is advisable to consult your doctor[3].
Patients with heart disease
Important
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Celery may lower blood pressure. So it is generally advised to monitor blood pressure regularly while taking Celery along with anti-hypertensive drugs[3][19].
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Celery may have diuretic (increased urine flow) properties. Thus, it is generally advised to consult your doctor if you are taking other diuretics because of additive effects.
Side Effects
Ayurvedic View
Hyperacidity
Recommended Dosage of Celery
- Celery Juice - 2 to 3 teaspoons twice a day
- Celery Capsule - 1 to 2 capsule twice a day
- Celery Powder - ½ to 1 teaspoon twice a day
How to use Celery
1. Celery Juice
a. Take 2-3 teaspoons of Celery juice in a glass.
b. Add the same quantity of water and drink it.
c. Take this juice twice a day, after 2 hours of meals.
2. Celery Capsule
a. Take 1-2 Celery capsules.
b. Swallow it with water twice a day, after meals.
3. Celery Powder
a. Take ½ to 1 teaspoon of Celery powder.
b. Swallow it with warm water twice a day.
a. Take 2-3 teaspoons of Celery juice in a glass.
b. Add the same quantity of water and drink it.
c. Take this juice twice a day, after 2 hours of meals.
2. Celery Capsule
a. Take 1-2 Celery capsules.
b. Swallow it with water twice a day, after meals.
3. Celery Powder
a. Take ½ to 1 teaspoon of Celery powder.
b. Swallow it with warm water twice a day.
Frequently asked questions
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Yes, Celery leaves can be added to soup to enhance the flavor along with multiple health benefits like managing high blood pressure, cholesterol, menstrual pain, weight, arthritis pain and detoxification.
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Celery soup can be prepared in the following ways:
1. Chop your choice of vegetables along with a cup of fresh whole Celery.
2. Cook for 10 minutes in a pot of boiling water
3. Simmer for another 5 minutes
OR
Another way is to make your favorite chicken or vegetable soup and top it with Celery leaves.
1. Chop your choice of vegetables along with a cup of fresh whole Celery.
2. Cook for 10 minutes in a pot of boiling water
3. Simmer for another 5 minutes
OR
Another way is to make your favorite chicken or vegetable soup and top it with Celery leaves.
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Celery should be stored in the refrigerator by wrapping it tightly with aluminum foil to keep it crisp and fresh for few days. Avoid storing it for too long as it may lose all the nutrients.
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Celery root known as celeriac is an edible root vegetable that is slightly brown in color. It has a Celery-like flavor with a starchy, rather potato-like texture. A simple way to eat Celery root is to boil and then add it to soups or mash it just like potatoes. It can also be eaten raw.
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Drinking a glass of Celery and Cucumber juice especially during summers will be a boon for you. It will not only hydrate but will also detoxify your body and cleanse your stomach. This eventually will help in managing body weight.
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Celery juice can be made by the following method:
1. Take fresh Celery leaves as per your requirement.
2. Rinse the celery and run it through a juicer to extract juice.
3. Fresh Celery juice is ready to drink.
1. Take fresh Celery leaves as per your requirement.
2. Rinse the celery and run it through a juicer to extract juice.
3. Fresh Celery juice is ready to drink.
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Celery soup can be made by following steps:
1. Cut fresh celery into small pieces.
2. Heat the oil in a pan.
3. Add Celery, onion and garlic to the pan and cook them until they turn soft.
4. Add water to the contents.
5. Cook on medium flame and bring it to boil.
6. Serve and drink it hot.
1. Cut fresh celery into small pieces.
2. Heat the oil in a pan.
3. Add Celery, onion and garlic to the pan and cook them until they turn soft.
4. Add water to the contents.
5. Cook on medium flame and bring it to boil.
6. Serve and drink it hot.
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