Antiquity has brought to the world many ideas that continue to live and bring benefits so far. Whether the matter concerns technology, philosophy about the world order or such elementary and everyday things as herbal medicine.
Celery is one of those plants that was revered in antiquity. It belongs to the genus of herbaceous plants of the Umbellifera family, and it is believed that it was applied daily by Aphrodite herself, the goddess of beauty. But if the question of Aphrodite is within the myth, and is just a legend, the more interesting practical significance is the fact that Hippocrates himself is a great physician, drew the attention of the reader in his writings to the fact that celery really has unique healing properties.
So, the application of the root of celery came to us from ancient times - this vegetable culture was celebrated in his work even by Homer, and the ancient Romans regarded celery as a sacred plant. The wisdom of centuries has put everything in its place, and although today celery is not made up of legends, it does not prevent it from being used to set up the body, as it was a millennium ago.
Interesting facts about celery
- In Colorado, there is a city that is unofficially called the "Celery capital of the world".
- In ancient Greece, celery participated in cults - it made wreaths for the winners and decorated them with tombs.
- Superstitious people hanged dwellings of celery together with garlic and onions - it was believed that this combination brings happiness.
What is useful for the root of celery?
The use of celery root has led to the fact that today it is cultivated everywhere. The most common root, leaf and root celery. Especially often grow the last of these - root celery because of its developed, voluminous root.
Because of the scent of celery, it is widely used in culinary business, filling them with soups and creating sauces based on it.
To understand what the real benefits of celery, in addition to the characteristic taste, it is worth turning to its composition:
- cellulose;
- ascorbic acid;
- a nicotinic acid;
- vitamins PP, K, E;
- thiamine;
- riboflavin;
- iodine;
- iron;
- phosphorus;
- magnesium;
- calcium;
- zinc;
- potassium.
The greatest concentration of these substances is contained not in leaves and stems, but in the root of celery.
It is believed that the special value is essential oil of celery - it contains more than 80 organic substances.
The healing properties of celery root
So, the first benefit of celery for yourself can be felt by those who have a violation in the exchange of salts. Regular use of the root of celery helps to establish this process, and therefore gives good prophylaxis against rheumatism, arthritis and gout. Elderly people use it especially useful.
Also, the root of celery solves the problems of the digestive tract - constipation, flatulence, and even contributes to the healing of stomach wounds. The use of celery on the gastrointestinal tract has led to the fact that it is often used in diets, as well as with gastritis .
The celery root is useful in diabetes mellitus because of the stimulation of the adrenal glands.
The root of the plant will also help to improve the functioning of the genitourinary system, improve potency, improve mood, strengthen immunity, and strengthen nails, teeth and hair.
How to use the root of celery?
In the winter, juice is made only from the root of the celery, and in spring and summer it can also be made from leaves and stems.
If the juice is supposed to drink regularly, then gradually increase the dosage. First take 1 tablespoon. celery juice mixed with 1 tbsp. carrot juice. Daily dosage is increased, but do not take more than 8-10 tablespoons. for 1 time.
Celery root - contraindications
The celery root has the following contraindications:
- pregnancy and lactation;
- varicosity;
- thrombophlebitis ;
- irritated stomach walls, gastritis.