Organic Celery
What is Organic Celery?
Celery is a marshland plant that is eaten as a vegetable. It has long, fibrous stalks, leaves, and seeds. It is grown worldwide and can be eaten raw or cooked. The stalks are the most commonly eaten part.
Is Organic Celery vegan?
Organic Celery is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Organic Celery gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Organic Celery a major allergen?
Celery is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Organic Celery used for?
Celery is used as a vegetable in cooking, often as a base for soups, stews, and sauces along with onions and carrots.
Is Organic Celery safe?
Celery is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Celery is used as a vegetable in cooking, often as a base for soups, stews, and sauces along with onions and carrots. It adds a fresh, slightly salty flavor and a crunchy texture to dishes. It is also used in salads, as a snack, and sometimes for its seeds, which are used as a spice.
Health notes
Celery is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of fiber and various vitamins and minerals. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated celery and its components. While generally considered healthy, some individuals may experience digestive upset from the high fiber content.
Allergen info
Celery is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
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