It is a nutritious infusion, ideal for those people who want to maintain a healthy body and incorporate new habits into their routine.
Every time a person wants to make a healthy change in their life, one of the main allies in the new diet are vegetables. In addition to their known benefits, they can be consumed in multiple ways and with different cooking methods.
One way is through infusions, and the one that has become all the rage lately is celery water, since its recipe is easy to make and quick. It is ideal consume it before starting to eat food, for its amount of vitamins and minerals.
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What are the benefits of celery
It is a food loaded with vitamins such as vitamins A, B1, B2, B16, C and also with minerals such as iodine, copper, magnesium, calcium, potassium, phosphorus and sodium. Among its many benefits are:
- Helps in weight loss.
- It is purifying and diuretic
- Provides water and fiber.
- Relieves pain in the intestine.
- Counteracts the signs of aging.
- It has an anti-inflammatory power in the intestines.
- Improves the appearance of skin and hair, and increases shine and hydration.
- Ideal for eliminating swelling and fluid retention.
How to prepare celery water
To prepare this drink before starting the day, you will need a handful of celery, water and lemon. Three ingredients that are available to everyone and that anyone can make from home.
Before starting the preparation, wash the celery stalks with plenty of water and then cut them. Bring a pot to a boil over high heat and at the boiling point add the celery stalks. Then continue with the cooking the vegetables for five minutes and once it passes, turn off the heat and let the stems rest for a few minutes until the water is at room temperature.
Finally, strain it and reserve it. You can also sweeten this drink with honey if you want.stevia or chewed sugar, although it is best to drink it plain and with a few drops of lemon.
Source: Ambito
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