The cult drink celery juice according to Anthony William:

For some, it is THE morning elixir and the "green gold" for a perfect start to the day, for others it needs a few more convincing arguments. Celery stalks are one of the hidden Champions of the vegetable kitchen: for the medical medium Anthony Williams, freshly squeezed celery juice is not a much-hyped trend, but "a gift from heaven" to naturally do something good for body and soul.

Fun fact: In ancient times, the winner of the Nemean Games was presented with a wreath woven from celery leaves from the city of Argos. Researchers also suspect that in ancient Egypt, celery was used as a burial decoration for deceased kings.

Anthony William's more than 4 million fans to date can be found on his social media profile and his website medicalmedium.com are inspired by theories, experiences, tips and tricks relating to celery juice and are part of the Celery Juice Movement initiated by him. But does freshly squeezed celery juice really deliver what it promises?

Celery - the all-round vitamin and nutrient package

Like all vegetables, celery is naturally very healthy: the umbellifer is one of the vegetables with the fewest calories and is also full of healthy ingredients: celery is very high in fibre and contains vitamins A, C, K, D and, rather unusually, B1, B2 and B6, as well as vitamin E. However, many natural minerals such as potassium, calcium, sodium, magnesium, folic acid, phosphorus and iron also promote good blood flow, support digestion and have a positive effect on skin problems when fresh celery juice is consumed regularly. The coumarins it contains have an anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic and calming effect. This power vegetable is therefore a real all-rounder in healthy (raw) cuisine and for daily well-being. The essential oils it contains have an antibacterial and antiviral effect; the flavonoids have an antioxidant effect. In short, celery is a powerful all-rounder for supporting health and wellbeing.

However, this knowledge is not new: celery juice has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda to treat high blood pressure, digestive problems and signs of ageing. Research has even shown, based on findings in Switzerland, that celery seeds were transported as early as 4,000 BC.

Best eaten fresh!

Not all celeriac is the same! Only celery is used for the green power booster. According to Anthony William, drink the fresh celery juice in the morning immediately after getting up on an empty stomach and wait another 15 to 20 minutes before having breakfast. If you want to drink larger quantities in pure form, you should start with small quantities, up to a maximum of one litre per day, so as not to flood the body unnecessarily with the high concentration of vitamins and minerals that it cannot process in such a short time.

Better cold-pressed or from the blender?

Anthony William recommends preparing the celery as a juice instead of a smoothie. This is the only way to absorb more vital substances. In particular, slow juicers with a low number of revolutions promise a higher juice yield and better juice quality compared to centrifugal devices, as significantly less oxygen is whirled in. Alternatively, celery juice can also be prepared in a high-performance blender, although this involves more effort than cold pressing in a juicer. The amount of juice in the blender is also lower and the pomace is significantly moister than when processed using an effective juicer.

Pure or in a healthy flavour combination?

For many people, celery juice tastes very unconventional, especially at first. The juice tastes slightly salty and bitter. The leaves in particular contain a lot of bitter substances. According to Anthony Williams' recommendation, the juice is best enjoyed on its own - this requires perseverance and a little creativity: If you want to get used to the flavour first, you should dose the green leaves carefully and start with smaller amounts. Or mix the juice with other foods. Good flavours include ginger, lemon, cucumber, pineapple, apple, mint and basil. Once you have become accustomed to the flavour, you can gradually increase the quantity and thus reduce the amount of other juices added - depending on your individual taste.

Simple tips for starting the celery juice cure

• If possible, buy organically grown celery, because according to Greenpeace, celery is one of the foods most heavily contaminated with pesticides.
• Celery is available as a seasonal crop from May to October in Germany. Out of season, it often comes from southern Europe, so
• it is best to juice fresh celery and drink it straight away.
• If the celery has been juiced in a slow juicer, it will keep for up to 24 hours if stored in a dark place and refrigerated.
• If the juice tastes too bitter, juice the celery either without or with only some of the leaves. The bitter substances are in the leaves.
• It is best to enjoy the freshly squeezed juice in the morning on an empty stomach.
• celery juice should not replace breakfast!
• start with smaller amounts to get the body used to the juice.
• celery has a dehydrating effect, so the juice should not be drunk in the evening.

And last but not least: It's all about balance. A varied, wholesome, raw food diet based on fresh fruit, vegetables and pulses has a positive influence on the immune system and well-being.

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