10 Diuretic Foods
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Diuretic Food #8: Celery
It is often stated that eating celery burns more calories than it provides, but this is not true. Still, though, it is very low in calories and also high in fiber, making it a favorite addition to many weight loss diets. It is usually the stems that are eaten, although the leaves are also edible and are sometimes used for their strong flavoring.
One of the reasons for the low-calorie count in celery is its high water content. This factor, along with the presence of phthalides, helps to make it an effective diuretic. Celery can also help to lower the levels of uric acid in the body, and this can be a godsend for people that suffer from gout.
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