Celery (100g)

Celery can be a healthful part of your diet. At just 10 calories a stalk, celery’s claim to fame may be that it’s long been considered a low-calorie “diet food.”

Crispy, crunchy celery actually has a number of health benefits that may surprise you. Five reasons why you should add celery to your diet.

Celery is a great source of important antioxidants.

Celery checks chronic inflammation that causes many illnesses, including arthritis and osteoporosis. Celery and celery seeds have approximately 25 anti-inflammatory compounds that can offer protection against inflammation in the body.

Celery supports digestion – due to presence of a unique compound that is known to decrease instances of stomach ulcers, improve the lining of the stomach, and modulate stomach secretions. Plus the high water content of celery — almost 95 percent and generous amounts of soluble and insoluble fiber support a healthy digestive tract.

Celery is rich in vitamins and minerals with a low glycemic index.

Celery has an alkalizing effect – With minerals like magnesium, iron, and sodium, that help in neutralizing effect on acidic foods.

Recipes – The most popular dish is Celery Juice. Then comes stir fry veggies adding paneer cubes/ mushroom/ or meat of your choice.

Source – ERB Celery is organically grown by farmers in Himachal Pradesh. Available in all seasons.

Use and Storage – ERB Celery is always fresh and crunchy, with full nutrition value as it is grown naturally. Consume it in salads, soups, smoothies and layer it in sandwich for additional nutrition.

Shelf Life of this Celery is upto 2 days outside refrigerator during winter season. You may keep it in refrigerator wrapped in a cotton bag for longer life.