Celery Juice

How to Make Celery Juice Without a Juicer

Wash the celery stalks thoroughly, discarding the ends and chopping the stalks into 1-inch pieces.

Place the chopped celery, lime juice, and water into a blender. Blend until smooth, ensuring all celery pieces are fully incorporated. If necessary, scrape down the sides of the blender.

Place two layers of cheesecloth over a bowl or large measuring cup. Pour the blended mixture into the cheesecloth.

Gather the cheesecloth around the pulp and squeeze to extract all the juice. This step might take a few minutes and it pays to get all that juice out.

Serve: Pour the strained juice into a glass. Enjoy immediately, or cover and refrigerate for about 3-4 days.

• If you are juicing for the week, I just bought these bottles to save my extra juice. I do not have a review on them, but they are highly rated so I am hopeful!

Tips for the Best Celery Juice:

• Use Organic Celery: Whenever possible, use organic celery to reduce pesticide exposure.
• Add Flavor: If the taste of pure celery is too strong, consider adding lemon or lime juice, sea salt, apple juice, cucumber juice, mint, parsley, ginger, turmeric, or cayenne pepper.

Health Benefits of Drinking Celery Juice:

While I absolutely LOVE drinking juice, no one really gets into juicing unless they are looking into benefits. Celery, after all, isn’t exactly a strawberry banana smoothie. But its worth adding to your diet for lots of reasons.

• Rich in Antioxidants: Celery contains antioxidants like apigenin and luteolin, which help reduce inflammation and may benefit various inflammatory conditions.
• Hydration: Highly hydrating and low in calories, this veggie is a great way to get some water in your system.
• Digestive Aid: Drinking on an empty stomach can help digestion and we all know that the gut is the key to the entire body!

FAQs:

What does celery do for the body?

Celery juice offers numerous health benefits, much like other fruits and vegetables that contribute to overall well-being. It has anti-inflammatory properties, is rich in antioxidants, is highly hydrating, supports detoxification, and is packed with vitamins A, C, and K, folate, and potassium.

Does celery juice help people with Hashimoto’s?

While there is no cure for Hashimoto’s, drinking celery juice and other juicing combinations can be beneficial for managing symptom flare-ups.

I have Hashimoto’s, and you can read more about some of the fruit recipes that support thyroid function in another article I wrote.

Will celery juice make you poop?

Celery juice can act as a natural laxative due to its high water and fiber content, which can help promote bowel movements and improve digestive health.

Will this juice help you lose weight?

Celery juice alone is not a weight-loss solution but can be part of a healthy diet. It is low in calories and can be a good alternative to drinking sweet tea or soda. Personally, celery juice reminds me of V8, but much lighter and fresher.