Celery is a plant from the family Apiaceae. Its stems are hollow, it has feather-like leaves, white flowers, and forms a large round bulb.

Its health benefits are numerous:

• Rich in vitamins that boost the body's defenses.
• Antioxidant, antithrombotic, and anticancer properties.
• Enhancement of the nervous system function.
• Reduction of fatigue levels and the risk of heart events.
• Prevention of osteoporosis.
• Digestive properties, combating bloating and indigestion.
• Natural diuretic that increases urine flow.
• Protection against infections and elimination of toxins.
• Soothing for menstrual pain.

In cooking, it is used in recipes with stews such as fricassée, in bean soup, soups, risottos, and also in vegetable dishes like briam.