Let me start
by saying, I never thought I'd become “that person” who starts their day with celery juice.
Green drinks?
Not really my thing. But after seeing what felt like every wellness influencer
raving about its magical benefits; glowing skin, better digestion, more energy;
I figured, why not give it a try?
So, I
committed to drinking celery juice every morning for two weeks.
Here’s my honest review, no fluff, just real talk.
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| My Honest Review of Drinking Celery Juice Every Morning |
Why I Tried It in the First Place
It started
during one of those late-night scrolls through Instagram.
You know the
kind; one wellness post turns into a rabbit hole of "before and
after" photos and bold health claims.
Celery juice
was everywhere. People said it helped with bloating, cleared up their skin, and
even boosted mental clarity.
My skin had
been acting up, my energy levels were all over the place, and let’s just say
digestion wasn't exactly smooth. So, I thought maybe celery juice could help?
The Setup - Simple but Messy
The idea is
to drink 16 ounces of fresh celery juice first thing in the morning, on an
empty stomach.
No additives,
no lemon, no other veggies just plain celery. I bought a basic juicer, a few
bunches of organic celery, and prepped everything the night before.
Lesson learned: juicing is messier than it looks.
Celery is stringy and watery, so cleanup takes a bit more time than I expected.
But once I got into a rhythm, it became easier.
Week One - “Am I Just Tired or Detoxing?”
The first few
days were interesting. I didn’t feel magical or energized; in fact, I felt a
little more tired than usual. I also had a couple of mild headaches.
Some people
online said that’s part of the detox process, but I wasn’t sure if that was
real or just my body adjusting to the change.
Taste-wise,
celery juice isn’t horrible. It’s salty and earthy not something I crave, but
definitely drinkable. By day four, I was getting used to it.
Week Two - Unexpected Wins
Around day 8
or 9, I noticed something surprising; my skin looked brighter.
I’m not
talking miracles here, but there was a noticeable glow. My digestion also felt
better. Less bloating, especially in the mornings.
The biggest
win? My mid-morning energy crash disappeared. Normally, I’d need coffee by 10
AM. But with celery juice in my routine, I felt more steady and alert until
lunchtime.
Side Effects? Not Many
Apart from
the minor headaches early on, I didn’t experience anything negative.
I didn’t lose
weight (not my goal), but I also didn’t expect it to be a miracle solution.
One thing to note: celery juice does make you pee a lot.
It’s very hydrating, so be ready for extra bathroom trips.
Final Thoughts - Will I Keep Doing It?
Honestly? Yes
- but not every single day.
Drinking
celery juice daily was a nice reset. It reminded me to slow down in the
mornings, take care of my body, and pay attention to how I feel.
But I also
believe in balance. Some days, I’ll swap it for a smoothie or just stick to
water and coffee.
If you're
curious, I say go for it. Just don’t expect overnight miracles.
Celery juice can be a great addition to your routine not a cure-all, but a healthy step in the right direction.
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