Freshly squeezed celery juice is great for any one who's trying to shed a few pounds and is often recommended as part of a healthy weight-loss diet. Just give them a quick scrub before you start juicing!
Country of Origin - UK/Spain/Italy
Class - Minimum Class 2
During the UK season our celery is often from a family run farm on the flat fenlands of Cambridgeshire, established in 1952.
Celery contains only 7 calories per 100g, which means you will probably burn off more calories eating it than it contains! Celery can help control your blood pressure. This is due to its high level of potassium and diuretic effect on the urinary system. Joint conditions can also benefit from its diuretic effect, by reducing the retention of unwanted substances. Calming effects can be seen from eating celery. There are essential oils and seeds in celery that contain tranquillising agents.
If you are using celery raw then you can simply break off a stick and rinse it. If you want, you can use a potato peeler to remove the strings, especially from larger sticks. This is the only preparation needed. It can also be sliced and used in salads. Bundle it up in cling film and keep in your fridge. By sealing it tightly, air will not be able to get to it and your celery will retain more moisture as well as crunch.