Celery seeds are rich in essential nutrients such as iron, zinc, calcium, manganese and copper. They also contain high amounts of protein (8 grams per 100 grams), fiber (5 g/100g) and vitamin C (6 mg/100g). Celery seeds have been used in Chinese medicine for centuries to treat various ailments including diarrhea, indigestion, asthma and hemorrhoids. Celery seeds are also known to help with weight loss, improve digestion, reduce cholesterol levels and even prevent cancer.
The seeds themselves are not toxic; however they do contain cyanide which is poisonous if ingested or inhaled. Cyanide poisoning occurs when someone eats celery seeds that have been contaminated with cyanogenic glycosides (the same compound found in poison ivy and poison oak). Cyanide poisoning can occur within hours or days after eating celery seeds.
Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and weakness. Severe cases may lead to coma and death. Celery seeds are considered one of the most dangerous foods on Earth due to their toxicity and because there is no antidote for cyanide poisoning. Celery seeds can also be used as an alternative to cigarettes or candy since they contain no tobacco.
Celery seeds are not well known for their medical benefits; however, several studies have shown that they may provide several health benefits. In the next few paragraphs we will discuss 6 surprising benefits of celery seeds.
1) Rich in Important Nutrients
As mentioned earlier, celery is rich in many important nutrients. It is a good source of nutrients such as iron, zinc, magnesium and potassium. It is also an excellent source of vitamin K and a good source of vitamin A, C and B6.
As if that wasn’t enough, celery seeds are also rich in antioxidants such as quercetin, kaempferol and myricetin. Antioxidants have been shown to prevent cell damage which may lower the risk of cancer and heart disease.
2) Support Bone Health
Celery seeds are a good source of calcium, phosphorous and magnesium. Calcium is a mineral that has many important functions in the body. It helps build strong bones and teeth and it helps regulate the nervous system.
Magnesium plays an important role in converting food into energy, building healthy bones, muscles and DNA. Both calcium and magnesium may help prevent osteoporosis (when bones become weak and more likely to break).
3) Promote Red Blood Cell Formation
Celery seeds are rich in iron and may help prevent iron-deficiency anemia. Iron is an important mineral needed to produce red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.
If you do not get enough iron, you may experience symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat and dizziness.
4) Fight Inflammation
Celery seeds contain high amounts of phytochemicals, which are important for fighting inflammation in the body. Several studies have shown that people who take celery seed extracts may reduce their risk of certain types of cancer (such as bladder, colon, liver and prostate cancer). Recent studies suggest that celery seed extracts may also help prevent or delay the growth of tumors.
Inflammation can contribute to the development of cancer.
5) Reduce Blood Pressure
Several studies have shown that celery seeds may lower blood pressure in people with high blood pressure. Taking one teaspoon of celery seeds a day may help reduce blood pressure by about ten percent. High blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.
6) Reduce Muscle Spasms
Celery seeds may be useful in treating muscle spasms. Several studies have shown that celery seed extracts may help relax the muscles of the digestive system and urinary system. This can help treat people with disorders such as constipation and urinary incontinence.
Celery seed extract has also been shown to reduce the frequency of spasms in children with a rare brain disorder called Sturge-Weber syndrome.
Celery seeds have many uses in medicine and are an important alternative treatment for many conditions. They also have many other benefits such as increasing sexual desire and fertility in both men and women. There are several different ways celery seeds can be taken such as drinking celery seed tea, adding them to food or taking pure celery seed extract.
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Celery Seeds are more than just a Flavorful Addition to Salads and Soups; They are an Effective Medicine, with a Variety of Health Benefits.
Celery seeds have a variety of health benefits. They can help prevent disease, promote healthy digestion, improve heart health, relieve pain, lower blood pressure and more.
There are many ways celery seeds can be consumed, such as drinking celery seed tea or adding them to food. They can also be taken in the form of celery seed extract, which provides very concentrated amounts of the health benefits of celery seeds.
Celery seeds have a delicious taste that adds a special flavor to soups and salads. They also have health benefits which make it worth while to add celery seeds in your daily diet.
1) Celery Seeds are a Natural Treatment for Arthritis
Arthritis is a painful and disabling disease that affects about 5 million people in the United States alone. The disease involves inflammation of the joints, which causes pain and swelling in the joints. There are many different types of arthritis including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or gout.
Celery seeds might help treat all these types of arthritis by reducing pain and inflammation, protecting the joints and bones, and regulating a person’s metabolism. Celery seed extract has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce pain and swelling in people with arthritis.
Osteoarthritis is a common type of arthritis where the joints degenerate, eventually causing pain and stiffness in the joints. Celery seeds have a protective effect on the cartilage of the joints, which can slow down and prevent osteoarthritis.
Celery seed extract works by activating a class of enzymes called sirtuins, which are linked to longevity in animals. SIRT1 is one of the main genes responsible for delaying the aging process, and it is activated by celery seed extract.
Celery seeds may be useful in treating rheumatoid arthritis as well.
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