6 Most Possible Side Effects Of Celery

Celery is an herbaceous plant of the parsley family ( Apiaceae) and its stalks and leaves are used to flavor soups and stocks. It is low in calories, has high water content, and is used as a low-carb snack option.

Celery is native to Mediterranean and North African areas but is now cultivated globally. It is a popular ingredient in cuisines from America and Ireland to Japan and Australia.

Celery is known for its medicinal benefits. It is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-diabetic. Celery juice provides many other benefits such as curing skin irritations, promotes weight loss, and promotes detoxification.

# Celery Allergy

Celery is a common food allergen that causes allergic reactions ranging from oral contact urticaria to anaphylactic shock. Celery allergy may occur on eating celery raw, cooked, or as a form of spice.

If you are allergic to celery, you are likely to be allergic to other herbs and spices, and it is usually called the Celery-Carrot-Mugwort-Condiment Syndrome.Celery increases sensitivity to the sun.

# Skin Irritations

In some individuals, consuming celery or drinking celery juice may cause allergic reactions such as dermatitis, eczema, acute urticaria ( hives), and angioedema, and skin swelling.

# Pesticides

The EWG’s Dirty Dozen list for 2020 features Celery containing chemical pesticide residue.These pesticides accumulate in our body and cause health problems ranging from skin problems to birth defects, genetic changes to nerve disorders.

Prefer Organic or locally grown celery ( or other vegetables) that doesn’t use harmful chemicals during farming.Properly clean celery stalks before making celery juice.

# Gastrointestinal Problems

Because of its high fiber content, excessive consumption of celery may cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, bloating, and poor absorption of nutrients.

# Issues Regarding Pregnant And Breastfeeding Women

Pregnant women should avoid celery and celery seeds as they may cause a miscarriage by inducing bleeding and uterine contractions. Nursing mothers should also be cautious and consult their doctor before adding celery to their diet.

# May Interact With Drugs

Celery may interact with blood clotting medications such as warfarin, and increase the risk of excessive bleeding.Celery is antidiabetic, and if you are taking diabetes medication, eat celery after consulting with the doctor to ensure there is no food-drug interference risk.