Like other leafy greens, the entire plant is abundant in the antioxidant lutein and the seeds contain high levels of coumarin and an omega-6 fatty acid called linoleic acid. Some say it tastes like black licorice!

The fruits, or seeds, of Apium graveolens are a warming, slightly bitter spice often used in culinary dishes. Celery seed can be added to spice blends, marinades, pickling recipes, and beverage mixes. In herbalism, the seeds are prepared as a tea or extract.

** Consult a health care practitioner before using this herb if you take other medicines because astragalus is known to increase the effects of some agents or reduce the absorption of others.