Celery is a vegetable that has no analogues in terms of quantity and set of nutrients. Many equate the benefits and composition of these plants to the healing root of ginseng. So, what is celery and its useful properties, as well as what are the contraindications to the use of plants in treatment, consider below.
Properties of celery
All parts of the product can go to food: leaves, root, stems and juice. Therefore, we can say that it is completely useful and suitable for food. In its composition there are:
- vitamins, for example, A, B, C, K, E;
- potassium;
- sodium;
- phosphorus;
- manganese;
- calcium;
- magnesium;
- iron;
- folic acid;
- oxalic acid;
- ascorbic acid;
- essential oils.
For a long time this plant was used as an anti-inflammatory, disinfecting, strengthening agent. In addition, it is an excellent antioxidant, which helps to strengthen the health of the body and prolong its youth. To treat any disease, you can use a separate root, juice or stems. For example, a celery root is used for the following:
- cardiovascular diseases and pathologies;
- lowers cholesterol ;
- lowers blood pressure;
- improves heart function;
- increases mental activity;
- increases physical endurance.
Useful properties of celery juice:
- promotes proper weight loss;
- improves metabolism;
- diuretic action;
- promotes the excretion of stones from the kidneys and bladder;
- promotes the removal of radioactive substances from the body;
- improves digestion;
- promotes the purification of blood;
- increases immunity and tone of the body;
- helps to reduce pain in painful menstruation in women;
- improves appetite;
- Used for diseases of the thyroid gland.
Most often, a stalk of celery is used for food, the useful properties of which are better preserved when cooked in a saucepan with a tightly closed lid. The stem can be boiled, stewed, fried or added to stew. In any case, it will always be useful for the body. Often it is used together with leaves in salads.
Useful properties of leaf celery also contribute to the elimination of constipation and intestinal problems. It is actively used for rheumatism and arthritis. Many doctors claim the benefits of this product when there are cancers. It is also worth noting that people suffering from nervous disorders, most often recommend it is celery. After all, its composition includes such substances that have a calming effect.
Celery - contraindications for use
Despite, all the positive aspects of this plant, there are a number of contraindications, in which it should be abandoned. So, for example, scientists have proved that this product is not suitable for epileptics. They have frequent seizures and decreased mental activity.
Juice from celery - contraindications:
- pregnancy;
- lactation period;
- a stomach ulcer or gastritis.
Substances that are part of celery can provoke uterine contractions, and, consequently, it can lead to premature birth or miscarriage. And during the period of feeding, he can slow down the production of milk from his mother. If a person has kidney stones and, moreover, quite large, then the intake of this juice can provoke their movement and exit, which will require further surgery.
Has a contraindication and the root of celery. It is not desirable to use it for people suffering from varicose veins and thrombophlebitis.