Celery Juice - Whats the hype?

Celery juice is a very hyped superfood at the moment. It promises a lot, but what exactly is behind it? The juice is not only supposed to reduce inflammation, purify the intestines and cleanse the skin, it is also supposed to be effective against diseases. Apparently, there are no limits to this miracle cure. But is all this really true? We have examined the hyped superfood for you.

Celery is known as a classic ingredient for green soups, but there is much more behind celery than just that. Whether as a raw food, juice or steamed – celery can be used in many ways. Celery has been considered a medicinal plant for a long time.

It is also worth highlighting the amount of vitamins and minerals that are packed in the celery stick. In addition to vitamins such as C,D and K, which have an anti-inflammatory effect, potassium is also found in celery and is one of the most important minerals in our energy metabolism and our digestive system. For example, even 100 g of celery contains 344 mg of potassium, which is 10 percent of the recommended daily dose. However, celery can only pass on all the positive properties unprocessed, so celery juice is a corresponding game changer.

Celery juice is made from perennial celery (meaning it lives for more than 2 years) or celery stalks. Due to its healthy and diverse contents, it favours a balanced and healthy diet. Since the celery juice is extracted from the raw celery, all of the nutritious contents are preserved. The taste of the celery juice takes some getting used to. For some, it tastes slightly salty, slightly bitter, and for others, it does not taste like anything at all. Celery is one of the lowest-calorie vegetables and consists of up to 90 percent water. 100 grams of celery has only 18 calories.

The juice or celery, respectively, can contribute to the dehydration of the body. What is meant by dehydration of the body? Our body only works with enough water. If we drink too little, then our body tries to store water for an emergency. In order to be able to break down this excess water again, the body needs sufficient fluid. We can support this fluidity, in addition to our daily water intake, with food. Celery belongs to such a food. With a high potassium content, celery has a diuretic effect.

We recommend you drink the juice in the morning for breakfast.

Celery juice, both in pressed and raw form, has a purifying and soothing effect on the intestinal microflora. As the celery is juiced together with the fibres, valuable minerals are retained. Particularly valuable are the contained clast salts, which have an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect in higher concentrations. The vitamins and minerals it contains give the body a boost, which makes many people more mentally balanced, resilient and optimistic. A positive radiance on a physical level can be felt.

Another important aspect is that celery is one of the top 10 foods that help prevent cancer (Centre for Health).

For the celery juice, use perennial celery or celery stalks. Celery is in season from May to November inclusive, so you can enjoy the juice almost all year round! We will guide you through the basic recipe so that you’re perfectly prepared. To make the celery juice, you can use a juicer or a regular blender. For the classic celery juice, all you need is one celery stalk and possibly a little water. Since a juicer is quite self-explanatory, we’ll show you the method using a blender:

1. Remove the stem.
2. Peel and clean the celery.
3. Cut the sticks into small pieces.
4. Blend the celery on the highest setting until it is rather liquified. If necessary, you can add up to 100 ml of water.
5. Now strain the pureed celery through a sieve or filter cloth.
6. Enjoy your freshly squeezed celery juice!

Is the taste too intense or bitter? Here is a tasty alternative juice recipe :

Celery juice with mint, apple, lemon and ginger

For 450 ml you will need:

• 300 g Celery (about half a perennial)
• 150 g Apple
• 20 g Lemon
• 10 g Mint
• 5 g Ginger

Wash all the ingredients, cut them into small pieces and puree or juice them. You can drink the juice directly afterwards or store it in the refrigerator for a few hours.

The effects of celery are not new findings. In traditional Chinese medicine, celery juice is used against high blood pressure and for better digestion. Celery juice is also said to have positive effects on neurological age-related diseases such as dementia. The current popularity of celery juice is attributed to Anthony William. The American spiritual guru says that celery promotes stomach and intestinal health and has an anti-inflammatory effect on various diseases.Though celery is super healthy, we shouldn’t take it for a true miracle.

The miracle effect of celery juice is overestimated. The “average person” doesn’t prepare freshly squeezed celery juice in the morning and then suddenly feels on top form. Factors such as sport, a good diet and little stress, contribute to a positive feeling of well-being. The positive effect on the body and health benefits of celery thus play in harmony with your general health and fitness. It does not replace a balanced, healthy diet or a generally healthy lifestyle.

Celery juice is not an alternative to a full meal. It is merely a supplement to your current diet. With its low calorie and fat content, celery can help you lose weight. Celery in solid form fills your stomach with fibre and prevents cravings. In addition, celery can help you drain your body, support your digestion and soothe your stomach. With a varied and wholesome diet you can strengthen your immune system. As good as the positive properties of celery sound, they do not work miracles on their own. In order to achieve the corresponding effects, a healthy lifestyle should be chosen.

If you have celery with leaves, you can also juice them. Without leaves the juice doesn’t taste as intense.

Basically, celery juice is suitable for everyone. Celery juice provides our body with electrolytes and minerals and also improves gastric acidity. If you suffer from chronic diseases or viral strains, then celery juice is recommended.

Various books and studies show that 470 ml is recommended. One large celery roughly corresponds to the recommended amount.

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2. https://www.zentrum-der-gesundheit.de/ernaehrung/lebensmittel/getraenke/selleriesaft