Unlocking the power of celery: Nature’s potent remedy
This vegetable is familiar to all of us, yet it doesn't often feature in our dishes. It's a shame since this natural aphrodisiac can work wonders—from its impressive properties to its ability to treat various ailments. Discover more about what makes it so special.
Celery is a culinary delicacy and a natural remedy packed with nutrients. It appears as a root, identifiable by its bulbous shape and pale colour. The other variety, known as celery stalks, is recognised by its green stems with leaves, which are juicier and more delicate in flavour. Regardless of the variety we choose, each is rich in health-promoting ingredients.
Health benefits of celery
Celery is a vegetable worth including in your diet due to its numerous beneficial properties. These include vitamins C, K, A, and E, beta-carotene, B vitamins, folic acid, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, zinc, and antioxidants. Celeriac also contains psoralen, a compound with anti-cancer properties.
Regular consumption can bring many benefits, thanks to its versatility and varied applications—from aromatic cream soups or crunchy coleslaws to smoothies or as an addition to meals or sandwiches.
Including celery in your diet can primarily cleanse the body of toxins, stimulate metabolism, and counteract its side effects. Additionally, it has a calming effect on the nervous system and can even help with insomnia. Moreover, this unassuming vegetable lowers blood pressure and bad cholesterol levels, which are responsible for many diseases. It can even support heart and kidney function and assist in treating chronic illnesses and upper respiratory tract inflammation. Furthermore, it facilitates bowel function and relieves constipation, positively affecting the entire digestive system. It's often said that celery juice is the "elixir of youth" because it greatly benefits our skin's condition.
Celery - A natural aphrodisiac
Perhaps not many people know, but celery is considered a true aphrodisiac, aptly called the "vegetable of love." Celery leaves contain a significant amount of zinc and magnesium, essential for testosterone production, the hormone of masculinity. Besides, it excellently influences potency and libido. It is also a rich source of potassium and asparagine, which can enhance drive and desire. Furthermore, regular consumption of celery can increase androsterone, a male sex hormone, and androstenol, a pheromone.
"Celery contains arginine, which dilates blood vessels, allowing more blood to flow to the genital organs" - can be read on the Radio ZET website.
