Are you aware of the medicinal properties of celery? If you’re like me, you just figured it’s a green, crunchy vegetable to eat, but this crunchy stick packs a punch. It has numerous medicinal benefits. It has antispasmodic, anti-rheumatic, and anti-inflammatory properties. It also may be used as a diuretic and may lower blood pressure. Celery contains urinary antiseptic properties to help urinary function.
Celery also works to protect against bacteria and viruses. It has a compound called luteolin which helps prevent inflammation in the brain cells. In Ayurveda medicine, celery seed is used to help with colds, flu, water retention, and poor digestion. The flavonoids in celery give it the antioxidant properties.
The powerful vegetable may help prevent cardiovascular disease, rheumatic disorders, and jaundice. It is capable of helping to strengthen the heart, reducing blood pressure, and reducing glucose levels. The next time you are searching for a crunchy snack, think about grabbing some celery to help improve your health.
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