Health Benefits of Celery Seed
Health Benefits of Celery Seed
Celery seed comes from the vegetable celery (Apium graveolens) belonging to the Apicaeae family native to the Mediterranean region. Celery seed has been used for medicinal for thousands of years to treat bronchitis, water retention, poor digestion, different types of arthritis, certain diseases of the liver and spleen, skin disorders and the cold and flu. Celery seed has been used for culinary purposes and as a supplement.
Celery seed has essential vitamins and minerals including calcium, zinc, manganese, iron, magnesium and phosphorus.
Celery seed has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help fight free radicals in the body and may help prevent the risk of chronic diseases.
Celery seed may help regulate blood sugar levels and may help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. Celery seed may also lower blood pressure levels.
Celery seed may also promote bone health.
Celery seed is a good source of iron that may help with preventing anemia and help the body produce red blood cells.
Celery seed may also help treat arthritis and gout.
Celery seed may also help reduce muscle spasms and calm the nerves.
If you are birch pollen allergy then please do not consume celery seed. Pregnant women should not consume celery seed because it may lead to miscarriage.
Celery seed may interact with certain medications such as thyroid medications, lithium, diuretics, and blood-thinning medications just to name a few.
As always consult with your physician.
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