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Submitted by admin on Sun, 02/27/2022 - 15:28
Top Product Attributes

  • Common Name

    Celery, Celery Seed

  • Botanical Name

    Apium graveolens

  • Part Used

    Seed

  • Clinical Summary

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  • Alcohol

    60%

  • Dose

    5 to 30mL weekly

Celery seed is considered to increase the excretion of acidic metabolites in the urine. This makes it useful for arthritic conditions associated with acidic accumulations and/or urinary infections or calculi.

Main Product Attributes
A guide to Celery and its properties

  • Traditional Use

    Celery seed has traditionally been used as a diuretic which helps the body remove toxins through increased urine output. Traditional sources recommend its use for rheumatism, arthritis and gout. 

  • Actions

    Anti-inflammatory, diuretic, antirheumatic, alterative, antiseptic, antispasmodic, emmenagogue, hypoglycaemic, sedative

  • Indications

    •    Rheumatism, arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis with mental depression, gout
    •    Inflammation of the urinary tract

  • Energetics

    Cold

  • Use in Pregnancy

    Avoid high-dose preparations in pregnancy.

  • Contraindications & Cautions

    Caution is advised during lactation and for patients with kidney disorders. There have been rare allergic reactions.

  • Drug Interactions

    Caution is advised with L-thyroxine (Levothyroxine) and lithium (psychiatric medication). 

  • Dietary Information

    Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free.

  • Substitutes

    Parsley Root, Corn Silk, Juniper, Horsetail, Uva Ursi, Golden Rod, Juniper, Buchu, Couchgrass, Crateva, Dandelion Leaf, Hydrangea