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Celery juice cleanse: Possible benefits, risks, and more - Medical News Today

Last updated Friday, November 26, 2021 12:15 ET , Source: NewsService

Traditional healers have used celery for hundreds of years. However, scientific evidence does not support the use of juice cleanses. They could even be dangerous if people consume them instead of seeking proper medical care for certain health conditions.

While the vegetable is nutritious, there is not much scientific evidence supporting the supposed benefits of a celery juice cleanse. Therefore, individuals should use caution when exploring cleanses and detoxes, even those containing healthy ingredients.

This article examines celery, and the potential benefits and possible risks of a celery juice cleanse.

A cleanse or detox involves removing specific foods from a person’s diet designed to eliminate toxins from the body. This can come in the form of a fast, diet, drink, or powder.

However, the body already performs a natural cleansing process. The digestive tract, liver, kidneys, and skin are responsible for breaking down toxins through urine, stool, or sweat.

A juice cleanse is a diet where people only consume juices derived from fruits and vegetables. A cleanse can bring some nutritional benefits. However, doctors have identified certain health risks associated with a cleanse, such as organ damage.

Nutrition plays an important role in supporting health, but even nutritious celery juice does not have beneficial properties.

According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, the limited research on the effects of detoxes and cleanses suggests some...



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