Instead of parsley, use those leafy celery tops to add flavor and color to a salad. Why throw away the celery tops and then purchase parsley? Wash the leaves, chop them fine, and sprinkle on top of any salad.
I was wondering if celery tops can cause the tongue and throat to swell. I used some last nite in a chicken dish and woke up with a fat tongue.
Editor's Note: It sounds like you are allergic to something. If taking benedryl makes the swelling go down, it's probably a food allergy. Was there anything else in the chicken dish? Peas and nuts are good candidates for allergies.