Fresh Sprouts

Celery can make a crunchy, tasty addition to many dishes. The nutrients in the celery plant and its seeds may provide a range of health benefits. Celery contains a plant compound called apigenin, which plays a role in traditional Chinese medicine as an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, and antioxidant agent. It may also have properties that help combat cancer. Celery contains a flavonoid called luteolin. It may help prevent the spread of cancer cells and induce cell death. Luteolin may make cancer cells more susceptible to attack by chemicals in treatments. Celery is also a good source of fiber. A stick of celery also provides small amounts of vitamin K, folate, vitamin A, potassium, and vitamin C.