Celery Seed 5:1

Botanical:  Apium graveolens

Family: Umbelliferae (carrot) - Apiaceae (parsley)

Other common names: Smallage, Marsh Water Parsley, Wild Celery, Garden Celery, Marsh Parsley

Celery Seeds are used mainly in the treatment of rheumatism, arthritis and gout. Their diuretic action is obviously involved in rheumatic conditions, but Celery Seeds are also used as a urinary antiseptic, largely because of the volatile oil, apiol.

Disclaimer:
The information presented herein by Viable Herbal Solutions is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

History and Uses:
Celery is a widely cultivated, biennial plant which also grows wild in salty soils of North and South America, Europe and Africa.  Celery has been widely used as both a food and a medication since the Middle Ages, and medicinal preparations began to emerge in the New World in the late nineteenth century that generally contained the juice of crushed celery seeds.  Today, Celery Seed is used therapeutically due to the presence of constituents in the volatile oil component of the seed and is most often taken to aid in the maintenance of healthy joints.  It is said to be useful for those who wish to reduce the degeneration of body joints that commonly occurs with age and can also ease joint discomfort that occurs due to inflammation and is, in fact, mainly used for the relief of symptoms of such conditions as arthritis, rheumatism and gout.  Celery Seed also has an antiseptic property that makes it useful to the health of the urinary tract and a diuretic property to help relieve fluid retention.  These properties can prove useful in cases of bladder disorders, cystitis and kidney disorders.  Celery is said to promote the elimination of uric acid and also promote the onset of menstruation.  Celery Seed can help soothe the nerves and relieve pain, and consuming Celery Seed in food also aids in the digestion of protein.

Recommended Dosage:
Take one (1) to two (2) Capsules each day with water at mealtimes.

Contraindications:
Celery Seed should not be used during pregnancy, nor should large amounts (many times the recommended dosage) be taken. Use of Celery Seed may also increase photosensitivity.  Any strong diuretic should not be used without a doctor's advice when acute kidney problems exist, and because it is a strong diuretic, eat foods high in potassium. Although used to promote digestive health, Celery Seed may cause minor stomach upsets and diarrhea, in which case you should stop taking it. Do not take Celery without talking to your doctor first if you are taking any blood thinning medicine, i.e., warfarin (Coumadin), clopidogrel (Plavix), aspirin, enoxaparin (Lovenox), dalteparin (Fragmin).

Capsule Information:
Our Celery Seed supplements are encapsulated in 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, Certified Kosher, size "00" Capsules. (click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 600 mgs.