Celery can also help when it comes to secreting bile acid, which is capable of eliminating cholesterol from the organism.
The juice made of celery stalks is one of the healthiest beverages. It possesses an abundance of nutrients, which is why you should consume it as more frequent as possible.
In addition, read what this amazing beverage can treat:
[post_ads]Celery leaves are very rich in vitamin A, while the stalks are great source of vitamins B1, B2, B6 and C, contain potassium, folic acid, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, sodium and essential amino acids. Of course, we will not forget to mention the essential oils that are present in this vegetable. In fact, these oils are the ones that give the celery the amazing and specific smell. These oils positively affect the entire nervous system.
Celery is also rich in sodium, but this type of sodium is very different from the salt we use on a regular basis. The salt we use daily is consisted of insoluble compounds, which cause damaging of the arteries, and negatively affect the condition of varicose veins and other health conditions and diseases. Sodium that is present in celery, on the other hand, is soluble in water, thus making it easier for the organism to use it and simultaneously maintain cells’ hydration.
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Numerous advantages of celery juice
It is already well known that celery contains at least eight anti-cancer compounds. A certain research, which has been conducted at the University of Rutgers in New Jersey, has shown that celery contains numerous compounds, whose purpose is to prevent spreading of cancer cells throughout the organism. The compounds we are talking about are acetylcholine and folic acid. Coumarins is yet another important phytochemical that possesses the ability to prevent the harmful effects that are caused by free radicals. It is also able to prevent growth of cancer of the colon and stomach.
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Diuretic
Celery juice is very rich in potassium and sodium, both of which are very powerful stimulants for production of urine. You should know by now that the organism discharges toxins and harmful materials and gets rid of excess fluids through urination.
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It reduces cholesterol
The chemical compound butyl phthalide, which is present in celery, helps in reducing bad cholesterol levels. According to researches from the University of Chicago, celery reduces the level of bad cholesterol for seven times just by eating the celery stalks on a daily basis. Celery also helps the process of secreting bile acid, which is able to remove cholesterol from the organism.
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It reduces blood pressure
Celery can help you reduce high blood pressure as well. According to researches, you will be able to successfully reduce high blood pressure after just seven days of regularly consuming celery juice. Compounds, called phthalide, will help muscles around the blood vessels relax which improves and stimulates better blood circulation. Phthalides also reduce the levels of the stress hormones, which, among other things, cause narrowing of the blood vessels. So, celery does not reduce high blood pressure on “its own”, but its compounds are the ones that do all the work.
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Helps against insomnia
Minerals and essential oils present in celery juice possess soothing effects onto the nervous system, which is extremely important for people who suffer from insomnia. High levels of magnesium will help you to relax, and thus fall in comfortable deep sleep.
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Weight loss
Consuming celery juice during the day will practically kill your desire for sweets. By drinking this beverage you are actually filling your stomach but not entering calories.
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Prevention and elimination of kidney and gallstones
Celery juice is excellent mean when it comes to eliminating toxins from the organism. Due to this fact, the juice will definitely help you dissolving and discharging stones in the gallbladder and urinary track in general.
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It stimulates and improves digestion process
It stimulates and improves digestion process
The nutrients you enter, present in the fibers, when eating celery help in activation of the intestines’ fictions. This makes celery natural laxative that will help you get rid of constipation. Also, it soothes nerves that are, in a way, exhausted due to pharmaceutical laxatives.
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Healthy sex drive
Celery juice is great for those people who are dealing with problems of sexual nature i.e. lowered sexual drive. Good thing about this is that celery will not turn you into sort of nymphomaniac, which you might experience due to taking pharmaceutical medicaments. Celery can be combined with a variety of other fruit and vegetable juices, such as carrot juice, apple and cucumber juice.
By Editorial Team
