Consider its composition per 100 grams. So, water contains 80-82 grams; carbohydrates 7.1-7.2 grams; about one gram of dietary fiber, proteins (1.4 g) and 0.3 g fats; there are acetic, oxalic and oily organic acids (0.1 g). At the same time the calorie content is quite low, only about thirty kilocalories. This ratio provides an effective application of celery root in diets designed to reduce weight, but more precisely to reduce the amount of fat in the body. This is due to the effective recovery of metabolism, which is often slowed by excess weight, diuretic and laxative action of the celery root. The significance under such conditions also has the influence of celery root components on the normalization of hormonal background indices. In this case, the celery can be used in the form of juice (2 teaspoons 30 minutes before meals 3 times a day) or in the form of salads from finely chopped roots in combination with greens, apples, cabbage, carrots, lemon juice.
A strong pleasant recognizable aroma and catchy taste is characteristic for all parts of the plant, the celery root is not an exception. Therefore, the dishes with it do not require the usual dose of table salt, and often you can do without it, which will help to relieve the kidneys and facilitate the work of the heart. Especially these properties are noticeable when using fresh roots in food. What determines such a smell, which is reflected even in the scientific name of the plant - Celery odorous (cultured) (Apium Graveolens). The reason is the presence and content of celery essential oil. It has a complex composition and contains more than 80 organic substances, such as alcohols and acids, esters and aldehydes. A special smell of celery is attached to sedanolide and sedanonic acid. Essential oil stimulates the production of gastric juice, and the mucus contained in the roots of the celery, due to its enveloping action, relieves pain and reduces the intensity of inflammation in the stomach. Therefore, the juice from the roots of celery is used if the function of gastric juice secretion is normal and decreased with such diseases as gastritis, peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum. But in cases where studies of the work of the stomach reveal increased secretion, use of celery juice is contraindicated.
Another property useful for the gastrointestinal tract, the ability to suppress putrefactive processes in the intestine, has a celery root due to essential oil, as well as contained in its composition of chlorogenic and coffee acids. To improve the work of the intestine and stimulate the processes of digestion and food advancement, the value is fiber. Therefore, the use of fresh and raw celery root is indicated in cases of motor disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, warns such unpleasant situations as constipation (but soft action), atony and intestinal spasms. Studies have shown the presence in the celery of flavonoids luteolin, apina, isokvetsitrina, apigenin, quercetin. They have a capillary-strengthening, anti-inflammatory and choleretic effect and also contribute to the healing effects of this plant.
In the root of celery there are also vitamins. This beta-carotene, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, folic and ascorbic acid. And a lot of different minerals, both macro and microelements. It is known that organic potassium, calcium, sodium and phosphorus are simply necessary for toning with neuropsychiatric and physical exertion. Now, with modern data on the composition of this plant, the use of Hippocrates for celery root in the treatment of nervous disorders and male problems becomes clear. Celery juice is liked by visitors to fitness clubs as a means of support after training as part of dietary cocktails.
Juice from the roots of celery and in the summer heat will help. If you do not tolerate high air temperature and stuffiness, the air conditioner does not save or is not available at the office, then take half a cup of juice in the morning and, if possible, in the afternoon before meals. Celery and dietary dishes from its root are good at high blood pressure, help improve immune performance.
But still, let's not forget about the cases when you should not use the root of celery, so as not to harm yourself or your relatives. These include pregnancy (terms after 6 months especially!) And the period of breastfeeding, varicose veins and thrombophlebitis, the already mentioned hyperacidity states. We also take into account that the best healing effect we get from the application of fresh celery roots.
Now you know everything about the celery root, the medicinal properties of this enchanting plant, which will be an indispensable assistant in your home medicine cabinet and in the kitchen.