Celery Seeds

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Celery seeds are tiny (more than a million of them comprise just two pounds), but their pungent flavor and penetrating aroma pack a powerful punch. As a result, ancient Greeks and Romans once considered them an aphrodisiac. It is valuable in weight-loss diets. The common belief is that celery yields negative calories because it is very difficult for humans to digest. Ground celery seeds are a great source of calcium. Ancient ayurveda used celery seeds to treat colds, flu, water retention, poor digestion and various types of arthritis.