Leek is also called "the dish in the liver". Although it can be eaten all year round, the quality is the best in early spring. Eating leeks at this time, on the one hand, can maintain the yang of the human body and enhance the ability of the human body to resist bacteria and viruses; On the other hand, it can directly inhibit or kill pathogenic bacteria and keep the human body away from the harm of bacteria and viruses.

Nutritional value of leek

The volatile oil and sulfide contained in leek can reduce blood lipid and prevent arteriosclerosis. Leek also contains more cellulose. The content of cellulose in leek per 100g is higher than that in onion and celery. It can not only promote intestinal peristalsis, but also effectively prevent habitual constipation and colorectal cancer. Therefore, it is called "Qingchangcao".

755-79000: "Among dishes, it is the most nourishing and beneficial, so eat it often." Su Shi, a poet in the Song Dynasty, "feels the east wind is cold, and Artemisia annua and leek try spring vegetables." Describe the leek in spring to the fullest.

Introduction of Chinese medicine efficacy of leek

1. Bushen Wenyang:

Leek is warm and pungent, and has the function of tonifying kidney and strengthening yang, so it can be used to treat impotence, nocturnal emission and premature ejaculation.

2, liver and stomach:

It contains special components such as volatile essential oil and sulfide of leek, which gives off a unique pungent smell, which is helpful to regulate liver qi, stimulate appetite and enhance digestive function;

3. Qi and blood:

Leek is pungent in nature, and has the functions of removing blood stasis and promoting blood circulation, promoting qi circulation and resolving hard mass. It is suitable for traumatic injury, nausea, enteritis, hematemesis and chest pain.

4, laxatives:

Leek contains a lot of vitamins and crude fiber, which can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, treat constipation and prevent intestinal cancer.