celery

1. an umbelliferous Eurasian plant, Apium graveolens dulce, whose blanched leafstalks are used in salads or cooked as a vegetable

2. wild celery a related and similar plant, Apium graveolens

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celery

One of the most underrated and most beneficial vegetables of all. One of the best sources of potassium, sodium and sulfur, the three most needed minerals in the human body. Also vitamins A,B,C. Natural diuretic, laxative and discourages water retention, greatly improving appearance. It is a great source of natural water for hydration. Instead of drinking water (especially after the gym), drink celery juice instead. Water retention is a sign of being dehydrated believe it or not. Also used for impotence, erectile function and male sexual health. Reduces blood pressure, relieves muscle spasms. Used for arthritis, gout, kidney problems.

celery

[′sel·rē]

(botany)

Apium graveolens var. dulce. A biennial umbellifer of the order Umbellales with edible petioles or leaf stalks.

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Notable Nutrients: Celery 2 (10-inch) stalks (110g) Calories: 18 Vitamin K: 32 mcg (40% DV) Vitamin A:494 IU (10% DV) Folate: 40 mcg (10% DV) Note: g=gram, IU=internationai units, mcg=micrograms, DV=Daily Value, based on 2,000 calories/day Refreshing Waldorf Salad 1/3 c nonfat Greek-style yogurt 1/2 walnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped 2 Tbsp of mayonnaise, preferably made with canola oil 1 c chopped celery 1 tsp lemon juice 2 medium apples, 1 tsp honey chopped (about 2 1/2 cups) 1.

Celebrate Celery!

Celery root, also called celeriac, is the tasty root of the celery plant, but with a less pronounced celery taste.

A Fresh Look at Celery and Celery Root

But the British Dietetic Association said there is "no evidence to suggest recommending" celery juice to babies.

Kerr's tot juice loves celery; THE DIARY

It's true celery contains important micro nutrients like vitamin K, potassium and folate, but claims it can heal your gut, cure autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue, skin problems and depression, are misleading.

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Celery requires a long growing season, and demands a continuous supply of moisture and heavy fertilization.

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The next morning, I rinsed the stalks of celery I'd pre-cut the night before.

I Tried It! I jumped onboard the celery juice craze

Gravy After two hours take the beef out of the oven and let it rest.Transfer the cooking juices into a pot, discarding the onion and celery.

Recipe of the Week; Featherblade of beef with mustard mash and root veg

Some health enthusiasts claim that drinking celery juice has cured them of mental health problems and infertility.

Are celery juice health benefits real?

Delicately spoon over the roasted chicory and celery, and drizzle over that flavour-packed dressing.

fancy cheese on toast

ALMOND BAKED CELERY Place 1 bunch celery, thinly sliced in a greased square pan, cover with 1/2 cup chopped, blanched, lightly toasted almonds, then 1/2 cup grated, sharp cheddar cheese.

One ingredient 5 ways: Celery

The popularity of celery quickly spread and demand greatly exceeded the supply.

The upper Peninsula's unlikely crop

Celery is related to parsley and fennel, a member of the Umbelliferae family of plants.

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