Calories in Celery
Updated July 2026 · Reviewed by CaloriesCalc Team · Source: USDA FoodData Central
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Nutrition Facts
* % Daily Value based on a 2,000 kcal diet.
Vitamins & Minerals — per 100g
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value | Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin K | 29.3 µg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 260 mg | 6% | |
| Folate (B9) | 36 µg | 9% | |
| Vitamin C | 3.1 mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07 mg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 11 mg | 3% | |
| Phosphorus | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 22 µg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.20 mg | 1% |
Calories in Celery by Weight
| Weight | Calories | Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|
Calories in Different Celery Servings
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Carbs | Net Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⭐ 1 medium stalk | 40g | 6 kcal | 1.2g | 0.7g | 0.1g |
| 1 large stalk | 64g | 9 kcal | 1.9g | 1.1g | 0.1g |
| 1 cup chopped | 101g | 14 kcal | 3.0g | 1.7g | 0.2g |
| 1 bunch (8 stalks) | 455g | 64 kcal | 13.5g | 7.6g | 0.8g |
| 1 oz | 28g | 4 kcal | 0.8g | 0.5g | 0.0g |
Macronutrient Breakdown — per 100g
Celery is 95% water — the third most hydrating vegetable after cucumber and iceberg lettuce. Net carbs are 1.4g per 100g. The 'negative calorie food' claim is false — celery does have 14 kcal per 100g and digestion does not burn more than that — but celery is genuinely one of the lowest-calorie foods available.
Micronutrient Highlights
Celery Health Benefits & Nutrition
Blood Pressure — 3-n-Butylphthalide
Celery is the only significant dietary source of 3-n-butylphthalide (3nB) — a phthalide compound that relaxes smooth muscle in blood vessel walls, dilating arteries and reducing blood pressure. A 1992 study at the University of Chicago found that 4 stalks of celery daily for 1 week reduced blood pressure by 12.5% in patients with mild hypertension. Traditional Chinese medicine has used celery for blood pressure for centuries. Research in animals found 3nB was as effective as standard antihypertensive drugs at equal doses.
Apigenin — Anti-Anxiety and Anti-Cancer
Celery is one of the richest sources of apigenin — a flavonoid with notable pharmacological effects. Apigenin binds to GABA receptors in the brain (the same receptors targeted by benzodiazepine drugs), producing anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) effects. It also demonstrates anti-cancer properties across multiple cancer lines in laboratory research, particularly for breast, prostate, and colon cancer. Celery seeds contain the highest apigenin concentration, but celery stalks and leaves also provide meaningful amounts.
Digestive Health and Weight Management
At 14 kcal per 100g with 1.6g of fiber and 95% water content, celery is extremely effective for adding volume to meals without adding calories. The 'crunch factor' of raw celery also slows eating pace, improving satiety signals. Celery's insoluble fiber adds bulk and promotes regular bowel movements. Research shows that starting meals with high-volume, low-calorie foods like celery significantly reduces overall calorie intake at the meal.
Anti-Inflammatory Compounds
Celery contains multiple anti-inflammatory compounds beyond apigenin: luteolin, quercetin, kaempferol, and phthalides. These collectively inhibit COX-2 enzymes (the pathway targeted by ibuprofen) and reduce NF-κB signalling — a key inflammatory pathway. Regular celery consumption is associated with reduced markers of systemic inflammation in population studies. Celery leaves contain higher concentrations of anti-inflammatory compounds than the stalks.
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Nutrition values sourced from USDA FoodData Central. Not medical advice.