The green juice and smoothie trend continues. If it was kale, spinach and co that first came into the blender, it is now celery that has established itself among the health-conscious. But why is everyone drinking celery juice right now? What makes him so healthy?
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Where is the trend coming from?
The trend comes from the USA. The American author Anthony Wiliam, neither a doctor nor a nutritionist, attributes numerous positive effects to celery juice and recommends drinking 500 ml of the juice in the morning on an empty stomach. Breakfast should only be eaten after 20 to 30 minutes. The trend has spread extremely quickly via Instagram through stars and influencers. Many swear by its numerous health effects.
Useful nutrients of celery
| nutritional values | per 100 g celery |
| calories | 18 kcal |
| fat | 0,2 g |
| carbohydrates | 2 g |
| Protein | 1,2 g |
| minerals | |
| Potassium | 415 mg |
| sodium | 80 mg |
| phosphate | 70 mg |
| Calcium | 50 g |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0,50 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0,20 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0,07 mg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0,04 mg |
What are the effects of celery juice?
Celery juice is said to help against skin problems, thyroid disorders, asthma, gout and even cancer. These statements sound very exaggerated, but celery juice can contribute to health and general well-being.
- Against morning dehydration
Celery juice is 92 percent water. Drinking 500 ml of the juice every morning counteracts the body’s loss of water at night. As a result, many people feel fit and awake in the morning. - For healthy digestion
Celery contains bitter substances and oils that have a positive effect on digestion, calm the stomach and can even relieve mild stomach pain. If celery is only lightly pureed, fiber is retained, which also optimizes digestion and also fills you up. - Getting Rid of Water Retention
The high potassium content in celery ensures that excess fluid retention is flushed out of the body. In addition to the celery juice, you should drink enough water. - Anti-inflammatory effect
Celery juice contains many secondary plant substances that are said to have numerous health-promoting effects. They regulate blood pressure, lower cholesterol and can help with thyroid disorders. - Replenish the electrolyte balance
Especially during sports or in summer, the body loses a lot of electrolytes through sweat. Electrolytes are especially important for the cells, nerves and muscles. This deficiency can be quickly compensated for with celery juice.
Prepare celery juice
Celery juice is easy to make at home. With a Homgeek juicer (41.99 euros) , all the water can be squeezed out of the vegetables. The juice then remains very thin. If you don’t have a juicer, you can use a blender. With the smoothie mixer from Russle Hobbs (49.99 euros) , the ingredients can be easily pureed and mixed. The bottle is practical and you can even take the smoothie with you.
Expand celery juice with other ingredients
If you don’t like the taste of pure celery juice, you can enrich it with other ingredients:
- Apple
- lemon
- Rote Bete
- carrots
- Parsley and other green herbs
