Chives

Chive is a special plant, which belongs to the bulbous vegetables «allium» such as garlics, onions and leeks. The properties of chive have preventive action against cancer. In particular, the consumption of chives inhibits the growth of cancerous tumors and prevents the free radicals in the stomach and colon. Furthermore, it is important that chives are used in cooking because have a high nutritional value and contain vitamins. You should consume it fresh or dried in your daily meals. For example you should add chive in green salads, soups, boiled potatoes and fish. Their flavor is very soft like as green onion, without a strong smell.