Celery Powder

Celery powder is a product made from fresh celery, which undergoes a drying and grinding process to create a fine powder. Celery is a familiar vegetable, highly valued for its high content of vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds beneficial to health.

The product is ground at the Ngu Quynh Foods factory, with a completely closed production process that fully meets food safety and hygiene standards, contributing to ensuring quality, purity, and safety for consumers.

1. American celery (Pascal Celery):

• Characteristics: This is the most common type of celery in Western countries. American celery stalks are large, thick, and crisp, with a bright green color.
• Uses: Primarily used in cooking, salads, or eaten raw.

2. Chinese Celery:

• Characteristics: Chinese celery has smaller and thinner stalks compared to American celery, with darker green leaves and a stronger flavor.
• Uses: Often used in Asian cuisine, especially in stir-fries, soups, and salads.

3. Japanese Celery (Mitsuba):

• Characteristics: Mitsuba celery has slender stems, large leaves, and a milder flavor compared to American and Chinese celery.
• Uses: Commonly used in Japanese cuisine as a seasoning for soups, salads, and traditional dishes.

4. Leaf Celery:

• Characteristics: Also known as leaf celery, this variety has small stems and thick leaves, with a stronger flavor than other types.
• Uses: Leaf celery leaves are often used as a seasoning, similar to parsley.

5. Wild Celery:

• Characteristics: This is a naturally growing type of celery, usually with small stems and leaves, a stronger flavor, and a variety of colors ranging from dark green to purple.
• Uses: Commonly used in traditional dishes and medicinal preparations.

6. Golden Celery:

• Characteristics: Golden celery has a light yellow stem and is less well-known than green celery. It has a small stem and a milder flavor.
• Uses: Often used similarly to green celery in dishes, but less commonly.

Each type of celery has its own characteristics and flavor, suitable for different uses and dishes. When choosing celery, you should consider your specific needs and the recipe to select the most suitable type.

1. Ingredient Selection:

• Harvesting: Celery is harvested when it reaches maturity, at its best in terms of flavor and nutritional value.
• Selection: Choose fresh celery stalks that are free from pests, diseases, and damage.

2. Washing and Chopping:

• Washing: Celery is washed to remove dirt and impurities.
• Chopping: Celery is chopped to facilitate the drying and grinding process.

3. Freeze-drying:

• The product is placed in a closed, continuous, circulating freeze-drying chamber using dry air with a humidity of only about 10-30% at a temperature of 35-60 degrees Celsius. Freeze-drying helps preserve the color and nutrients of the food; it is currently the most preferred drying method due to this advantage.

4. Grinding into powder:

• After drying, the product is ground into a fine powder using a specialized grinder.

5. Packaging:

• The product is packaged in moisture-proof packaging in a cleanroom environment to ensure the product quality remains completely clean and to prevent cross-contamination.

1. Vitamins:

• Vitamin K: Helps with blood clotting and supports bone health.
• Vitamin C: Boosts the immune system and acts as an antioxidant.
• Vitamin A: Essential for vision and the immune system.

2. Minerals:

• Potassium: Helps regulate blood pressure and electrolyte balance.
• Calcium: Supports bone and dental health.
• Manganese: Involved in metabolism and cell protection.

3. Fiber:

• Soluble and insoluble fiber: Support digestion, prevent constipation, and maintain gut health.

4. Antioxidants:

• Flavonoids and polyphenols: Help protect the body from free radical damage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

1. Digestive support:
   The fiber in celery powder helps improve digestive function and prevent constipation.
2. Immune system boost:
   Vitamin C and antioxidants help protect the body from disease.
3. Weight loss support:
   Celery powder is low in calories and can help reduce appetite, supporting weight loss.
4. Blood pressure regulation:
   The high potassium content in celery helps regulate blood pressure and maintain cardiovascular health.
5. Anti-inflammatory:
   Anti-inflammatory compounds in celery help reduce inflammation and prevent chronic inflammatory diseases.
6. Bone health support:
   Vitamin K and calcium in celery help maintain bone density and prevent osteoporosis.
7. Effective anti-inflammatory and heartburn relief:
   Celery contains many antioxidants, which help fight inflammation effectively. Additionally, its low acidity helps reduce heartburn and provides a feeling of comfort.
8. Lowering blood sugar:
   The fiber in celery slows down the rate of sugar absorption, helping to regulate blood sugar levels, especially helpful for people with diabetes.
9. Cancer prevention:
   Celery contains many antioxidants, which play a role in effectively preventing cancer.