9 Reasons Why You Should Eat Celery Every Day

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Celery is one of the rare plants that you can eat whole. There is no part of the celery that is not recommended or beneficial for your health. This should put celery on the top of your menu list.

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Its strong taste is mostly combined with salty dishes and there is almost no cook that doesn't use it both fresh or dried.

Celery is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. It contains a high dosage of folic acid and potassium, both of which are needed for the optimal function of your body. Most importantly, celery is stacked with vitamin C, the vitamin that boosts your immune system and protects your body from any kind of disease or virus.

Here are several of the MANY celery benefits:

Inhibits bladder infections

Those who have had bladder infections are aware how annoying they can be, but here is the solution. Eat a few pieces of fresh celery and drink a cup or two of celery tea. It will purge your urinary system and you will be able to use the toilet at normal intervals.

Reduces inflammation

Fresh celery juice will make miracles against any inflammation. The antioxidant and antimicrobial properties will alleviate the soreness or tenderness and will improve the overall condition of your body.

Reduces cholesterol levels

Phthalides are responsible for its effect on cholesterol. They reduce the levels of bad cholesterol and trigger the production of bile acid. For this effect, you will only need to eat 2 sticks of celery per day.

Cancer protection

The flavonoid luteolin in the celery obstructs the growth of tumors. According to research celery is not only a super food but also a super weapon that can help you protect your life against this ailment of the twenty-first century.

Aids in weight loss

A stalk of celery contains about 15 calories. This means that by eating celery, you have a high nutrient intake with a very low-calorie intake. By this, you have just uncovered the secret to losing weight.

Natural diuretic

The high values of potassium and sodium present in this plant make it a potent diuretic. It stimulates flashing harmful toxins out of your body.

Alleviates menstrual symptoms

There are about 50 compounds in celery that deal with menstrual symptoms like bloating, headache, and abdominal pain. The phytochemical anethole reduces the hot flashes that occur during the menstruation.

Relieves stress

Celery is a natural source of magnesium which tends your nervous system. You can improve your sleep by eating it at dinner.

Boosts the libido

It contains androstenol and androstenone, two compounds known to positively influence male libido.

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