Is Discolored Celery Safe to Eat? A Guide to Food Safety
                                
                                
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                                According to food safety experts, a slight yellowing of celery leaves or outer stalks does not automatically mean the vegetable is unsafe. However, significant discoloration, combined with other signs of spoilage like sliminess or a foul odor, indicates that the celery is no longer fit for consumption.