What is celery?
Celery is a green vegetable belonging to the parsley family (Apiaceae). Both the stalks and seeds have been consumed for centuries and are commonly used in foods and nutritional supplements.
What is the difference between celery powder and celery seed extract?
Whole celery powder is produced from the vegetable itself, while celery seed extracts are prepared from the seeds and provide higher concentrations of selected naturally occurring plant compounds.
What nutrients are naturally found in celery?
Celery naturally provides vitamin K, vitamin C, folate, potassium and a variety of polyphenols, including flavonoids such as apigenin and luteolin.
Is celery an allergen?
Yes. Celery is recognised as a major food allergen in the UK and European Union. People with a celery allergy should avoid foods and supplements containing celery or celery-derived ingredients and always check product labels carefully.
What vegetables are related to celery?
Celery belongs to the parsley family (Apiaceae), alongside carrots, parsley, fennel, coriander and dill. These vegetables and herbs share a number of naturally occurring plant compounds.
