Go Green! Health Benefits of Juicing Celery
Juicing has been one of the hottest, most popular, and beneficial movements attempting to cleanse the body, diet, and obtain optimal nutrition. One of the most popular juicing trends right now is celery juice. In this article, the benefits of celery juice will be reviewed, including organic versus non-organic, nutritional value, health benefits, and when celery juice should be consumed. In addition, a few simple celery juice recipes will be shared to assist with the process of getting started!
It is important to understand the benefits of celery juicing. Organic versus non organic celery juicing, which is better? While it is not necessary, organic celery is preferred because celery is a vegetable highly treated with pesticides. If organic celery is not an option, be sure to thoroughly wash the non organic bunch to cleanse it of residual pesticides.
The nutritional value of celery is extremely beneficial to the body. Celery is a highly alkaline vegetable. With that being said, longevity increases and chronic disease and illness decrease. Celery contains antioxidants said to be powerful enough to reduce toxins and cancer-causing agents! Finally, celery is packed with essential vitamins and minerals such as luteolin, a nutrient that repairs UV skin damage, folate, potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and vitamin K making its nutritional value extremely beneficial to the consumer.
The health benefits of celery juicing may be the most surprising! Celery is a natural anti-inflammatory, reducing flare-ups for those diagnosed with but not limited to the following conditions; Rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid conditions, gout, and chronic joint pain. Celery juice restores hydrochloric acid in the stomach, increasing the ability to quickly digest proteins and facilitate intestinal flow, aiding in reducing bloating and gas.
Celery juice replenishes gastric mucus, assisting with the prevention of stomach ulcers and acid reflux. Also, celery assists the body in increased urine production, reducing uric acid, in turn increasing immunity support and reducing kidney infections and UTI’s.
In addition, celery juice reduces high blood pressure, acting as a natural muscle-relaxing agent, expels bad cholesterol, and assists the liver with producing enzymes that eliminate fat and toxins, cleansing the liver. Finally, celery contains apigenin, a flavonoid that kills cancer cells.
It is important to understand when to consume celery juice for optimum benefit. Celery juice should be consumed on an empty stomach for maximum absorption. It is best to start slow, consuming one 8 ounce glass of celery juice each morning, increasing consumption up to 16 oz. each morning. One bunch will make 16 ounces and it is best to make it fresh each morning. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours in an airtight container.
Two simple celery juice recipes have been provided, a juicer option and a high-speed blender option. Based on the facts outlined and the ease of the recipes provided there should be no reason to delay getting started!
Celery Juice Recipe – Juicer
- Take two bunches of celery, cut off base and tips of stalks. Wash thoroughly.
- Feed celery into the top of the juicer.
- Immediately serve and enjoy. Place leftovers in an airtight container for up to 48 hours.
Celery Juice Recipe – Blender
- Take two bunches of celery, cut off base and tips of stalks. Wash thoroughly.
- Cut celery into thirds and place into blender.
- Add 1/4 cup of water, blend thoroughly.
- Place a nut milk bag over the mouth of the pitch, strain celery juice into glass by squeezing the bag.
- Immediately serve and enjoy. Place leftovers in an airtight container for up to 48 hours.
