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Celery

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About

Celery can be used in weight-loss diets, where it provides low-calorie dietary fibre bulk.

Celery contains androstenone. Celery seeds are also a great source of calcium, and are regarded as a good alternative to animal products.

chopped celery

In temperate countries, celery is also grown for its seeds. Actually very small fruit, these "seeds" yield a valuable volatile oil used in the perfume and pharmaceutical industries.

celery

They also contain an organic compound called apiol. Celery seeds can be used as flavouring or spice, either as whole seeds or ground and mixed with salt, as celery salt. Celery salt can also be made from an extract of the roots.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 NLEA serving (110g)

Amount per Serving

Calories 17Calories from Fat 1

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.2g 0%

Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%

Trans Fat ~

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 88mg 4%

Total Carbohydrate 3.3g 1%

Dietary Fiber 2g 7%

Sugars 2.0

Protein 0.8g

Vitamin A 10% • Vitamin C 6%

Calcium 4% • Iron 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

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Where found

Celery is usually found in the produce section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group

Celery is a member of the Vegetables and Vegetable Products USDA nutritional food group.

How much does celery weigh?

measure	grams
1 cup chopped	101
1 NLEA serving	110
1 tbsp	7
1 stalk, large (11"-12" long)	64
1 stalk, medium (7-1/2" - 8" long)	40
1 stalk, small (5" long)	17
1 strip (4" long)	4