Celery is a nutritious vegetable, rich in dietary fiber, vitamins (A, C, K, B group), minerals (potassium, calcium, magnesium) and antioxidants. It has multiple functions such as assisting in lowering blood pressure, promoting digestion, anti-oxidation, regulating blood sugar, etc., and is suitable for daily diet.

1. Main effects and functions
2. Assisting in regulating blood pressure

Apigenin and potassium in celery can help dilate blood vessels and reduce sodium ion retention, thereby assisting in lowering blood pressure. Studies have shown that celery extract may work by inhibiting the activity of angiotensin-converting enzyme.

2. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory

Celery contains antioxidant ingredients such as flavonoids and polyphenols, which can scavenge free radicals and reduce inflammatory responses. For example, apigenin has been shown to have the potential to inhibit the proliferation of cancer cells (more clinical research support is needed).

3. Promote digestive health

Rich soluble and insoluble dietary fiber helps regulate intestinal peristalsis and improve constipation. At the same time, the volatile components in celery can stimulate gastric juice secretion and increase appetite.

4. Diuretic and detoxifying

Celery has a high water content (about 95%) and contains potassium and sodium electrolytes, which can promote urine production, help excrete metabolic waste from the body, and relieve edema.

5. Support bone health

Each 100 grams of celery contains about 29 micrograms of vitamin K, which accounts for about 25% of the daily requirement for adults, and helps calcium absorption and bone metabolism.