Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Leeks

Information source: Laugh with Health by Manfred urs Koch

Leeks

Leeks

 

Leek are a member of the Onion family and they supply good amounts of the minerals: 

 

POTASSIUM – Muscle development, healthy heart muscles.

PHOSPORUS – Mental development and repair of the nervous system.

SULPHUR - Prevention of baldness and infection.

CALCIUM - Metabolism and prevention of arthritis bone repair and development, aids digestion. 

SILICON – Growth of hair.

 

Leek is classed as a mild onion and can be combined with a fresh garden salad of added to any cooked meal.  Leek supply good amounts of B group vitamins, especially Biotin – weight control and metabolism of fats and vitamin B6 – the vitality vitamin, Regular use of raw Leek and the occasional cooked Leek dish are valuable as a mild cleanser and for stimulating the pancreas and digestive juices.  The Chlorine and Sulphur content of Leek promote cleansing of the bloodstream and lymphatic system.  Leek contains more than 90% natural mineral water and supply a fair amount of vitamin C when obtained fresh.