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When you hear the term celery, you think of the crunchy, green vegetable that adorns your salad. Celery root, leaves, and seeds of the plant offer many health benefits. Celery juice and extract of celery seed are excellent increased urinations that aid the flow of urine through the kidneys. The celery plant is slender and stands about 2 to 3 feet tall. It has 3 to 5 segmented leaves and white flowers on the leaves. The celery seeds, which are dark, come from the petals of the flowers.
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Celery Historical Use
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Celery has been used for a variety of aliments throughout the world. For centuries, celery has been used as a liver tonic. It has also been used for to strengthen muscles in the uterus, which Enhances menstrual flow.
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Celery Remedy For
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- Natural increased urination
- Good for digestive system and appetite
- Enhances relieve symptoms of rheumatism and gout
- Celery juice and oil prompts menstruation
Recent studies have shown that certain chemicals in celery seeds may Enhance with high blood pressure, arthritis, and Uneasyness.
Studies done of lab mice have shown that some chemicals within the seed may Enhance with Beneficial Effectsing Long standing problems.
Studies have also concluded that certain chemicals in the celery seed Enhance lower blood pressure. Celery is also rich in calcium, another aide in lowering blood pressure.
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Celery Active Constituents
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Volatile oils, such as apiol are present in celery. Flavinoids are also found in the herb.
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Celery Typical Dosage
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Celery herbal extract can be taken orally in many forms.
As a capsule or tablet take one or two a day of either, as directed by your doctor.
To take the celery seed extract, use ½ to ¼ tsp. a day or as directed by your doctor.
If you prefer the juice, take 1 tbsp. 2 to 3 times a day.
Using the whole celery seed, prepare it as a tea by pouring boiling water over 1 tsp. of freshly crushed seeds. Steep for 10 to 20 minutes before drinking. Drink the tea three times a day.
When taking the oil form, mix 6 to 8 drops of celery oil in water, and drink 2 times a day.
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Celery Side Effects
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While there are no known interactions, certain precautions should be taken. Do not take if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant. Consult with your doctor before taking this herb as a increased urination. Do not consume celery seeds from a garden packet; these seeds are treated with chemicals and can be harmful to ingest.
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