Evidence supporting the use of: Celery
For the health condition: Kidney Stones

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Celery (Apium graveolens) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, for promoting urinary health and treating kidney-related ailments, including kidney stones. Traditionally, celery seeds and extracts are believed to act as diuretics, helping increase urine flow, which is thought to assist in flushing out small stones and preventing their formation. Some traditional practitioners also claim that celery can help reduce uric acid levels, potentially lowering the risk of certain types of stones.

However, scientific validation for these uses is limited. A few animal studies suggest that celery extracts may have mild diuretic effects and antioxidant properties, but robust clinical trials in humans specifically targeting kidney stone prevention or treatment are lacking. There is no substantial evidence to show that celery directly dissolves stones or significantly reduces their formation risk. Most references to celery’s benefit are anecdotal or based on its traditional use rather than rigorous scientific data.

In summary, while celery is commonly recommended in traditional medicine for kidney stones, the current scientific evidence is insufficient to support its efficacy for this use. Its role remains primarily rooted in tradition rather than validated by modern clinical research.

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