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Soothing Celery: Don’t ignore the goodness of this green stem veggie

Next time when you happen to spot this veggie in the market, don't forget to pick it up as it can be your BFF! Try this celery soup and enjoy!

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Written By: Aishwarya Vaidya | Updated : July 20, 2018 6:13 PM IST

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They say 'Go Green'. Well, we second it! Going green is not only beneficial for your environment but also for your well-being. Greenery around you can be eye pleasing and contributes to your physical and mental health. Amping up the green quotient of your diet can help you to heal from within. Include celery in your platter, it can do wonders to your body.

The wonder veggie with tangy and salty taste is a vital part of certain dishes like soups, salads and stews. It is loaded with fibre, vitamin A, K, C, E, D, and B, minerals - calcium, sodium, copper, magnesium, iron and zinc. It has a high water content and can cut down those excess kilos and can help you to avoid getting dehydrated. We unearth some of its amazing benefits.

Immunity booster

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Celery can strengthen your immune system as it is rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants. This can help you to fight the common cold and can protect you against a plethora of diseases.

Tackles urinary tract infections

Celery seeds contain diuretic properties and they can stimulate urination and can prevent urinary tract infections. They can be a boon for people suffering from bladder disorders, kidney problems and so on.

Reduces arthritis pain

Celery is jam-packed with anti-inflammatory properties which can be beneficial for arthritics, rheumatism and gout. It can curb your joint pain.

Chucks the toxins

Celery carries antioxidants which can flush out harmful toxins of the body and can keep gallbladder and pancreas infections at bay. Mini Magic: Peas soup for a healthy monsoon

RECIPE

Are you bored of sipping tomato, sweetcorn and clear veggies soup? Gita Ramesh, Jt. Managing Director, Kairali Ayurvedic Group, has come up with a healthy soup recipe which you can include on your menu. What are you waiting for? Make this new addition right away!

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Celery Onion Soup

Serves: 6-8 people

Ingredients

10 red onions, small, 9 peeled, washed and sliced

2 celery stalks, finely chopped

3 garlic cloves, chopped

1 small piece ginger (adrak), chopped

6 black peppercorns

Salt to taste

2 tsp ghee

1/4 tsp lime juice

Method

  • Put the sliced onions in a thick - bottomed pan with 4 cups water.
  • Add garlic, ginger and black peppercorns; cook for about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and allow it to cool. Put into the blender and strain.
  • Add the celery to the onion stock and allow it to Simmer for about 10-15 minutes. Add salt and remove from heat.
  • Take the last one onion and dice it into fine pieces.
  • Heat the ghee; fry the onion till golden brown and remove.
  • Serve the soup hot garnished with fried onion and dash of lime juice, optional. Try this almond soup recipe for weight loss and a healthy heart!

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