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Similarly, celery contains properties that may thin the blood, thus making it somewhat of a concern to take with blood thinning medications such as warfarin or aspirin. If you take warfarin in particular you should not use celery seed without first consulting your healthcare provider.
CELERY Description Latin Name: Apium graveolens (var. dulce) Family: Apiaceae (Parsley) Type: Dicot Edible Part: Petioles Temperature Preference: Cool Season Crop Next Back Index Links
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Description: Leaves are ribbon-like, dark-green, and grow below the water surface; rooted in mud; in late summer, produces a small, whitish-yellow flower, supported by a coiled stalk; often grows in beds amid pondweeds and other submerged plants.
Up until the 16th century, celery was used as a medicinal herb, only finding its way into common culinary use in the latter part of the 17th century. The flavor is somewhat herbal and astringent, but it has a succulent, crisp texture. Because of its low-calorie count, celery is a favorite diet food.
1/4 c. onion, chopped 1/4 c. celery, chopped 2 tsp vegetable oil 2 c. canned yellow soybeans 1/2 c. cubed ham 4 c. chicken broth salt and pepper to taste In 4-quart saucepan, saute onion and celery in oil for 3 minutes or until transparent. Add soybeans, ham and chicken broth; Bring to a boil.