Including Celery Seeds
This entry is a label phrase. See the main ingredient page: Celery Seeds.
What is Including Celery Seeds?
Celery seeds are the tiny seeds of the celery plant (Apium graveolens). They are harvested when the plant matures and are typically dried. The seeds have a strong, pungent flavor similar to celery stalks, but more concentrated.
Is Including Celery Seeds vegan?
Including Celery Seeds is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Including Celery Seeds gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Including Celery Seeds a major allergen?
Celery is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Including Celery Seeds used for?
Celery seeds are used as a spice to add a savory, slightly bitter flavor to foods.
Is Including Celery Seeds safe?
Celery seeds are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a spice.
Why it's used
Celery seeds are used as a spice to add a savory, slightly bitter flavor to foods. They are commonly found in spice blends, salad dressings, pickles, and baked goods like breads and crackers. Manufacturers use them to enhance the overall flavor profile of savory products.
Health notes
Celery seeds are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a spice. They contain various compounds that may have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, though research is ongoing. JECFA has evaluated celery seed extract, and EFSA has evaluated celery seed oil. At typical dietary levels, they are not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Celery is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. However, some individuals may have a specific allergy to celery. It does not contain gluten.
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