Scientific classification: Apiaceae, Genus Apium
Calories: 25kcal/100g
Nutritional value: Soothes liver, lowers blood pressure, sedative, nourishes blood and replenishes deficiency, clears heat and detoxifies, aids in weight loss.
Not suitable for: People with weak spleen and stomach, cold constitution, or loose stools should not consume excessive amounts of celery. Celery has a blood pressure-lowering effect, so those with low blood pressure should use it with caution. Men practicing family planning should also consume it in moderation.
Introduction: Celery is a high-fiber food that produces lignin or intestinal fat through the digestive process in the intestines. These substances act as antioxidants. Regular consumption of celery, especially the leaves, is beneficial for preventing conditions such as hypertension and atherosclerosis, and it also has an auxiliary therapeutic effect. Celery contains carotene and various B vitamins. It is rich in nutrients, including calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin P, and more. The stalks of celery also contain medicinal components such as celery glycosides, bergapten, and volatile oils, which have the effects of lowering blood pressure, reducing blood lipids, and preventing and treating atherosclerosis. It also has certain auxiliary therapeutic effects on conditions like neurasthenia, menstrual disorders, gout, and muscle spasms. Additionally, celery can stimulate gastric secretion and increase appetite.