Celery
What is Celery?
Celery is a green, leafy vegetable that belongs to the parsley family, which also includes carrots and parsnips. It is cultivated for its stalks, leaves, and seeds, and is typically harvested from the ground.
Is Celery vegan?
Celery is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Celery gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Celery a major allergen?
Celery is not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA.
What is Celery used for?
In packaged foods, celery is primarily used for its distinct flavor and crunchy texture.
Is Celery safe?
Celery is a common food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe when consumed as part of a typical diet.
Why it's used
In packaged foods, celery is primarily used for its distinct flavor and crunchy texture. It is a common ingredient in soups, stews, salads, and seasoning blends, adding a savory and slightly bitter note. Celery is also sometimes used as a natural source of nitrates in cured meat products.
Health notes
Celery is a common food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe when consumed as part of a typical diet. It is not regulated by the FDA as a food additive. Some individuals may experience allergic reactions to celery, which can range from mild to severe. JECFA and EFSA have not evaluated celery as a food additive.
Allergen info
Celery is not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten. However, celery is a recognized allergen in some parts of the world, such as Europe.
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