Carmarthen Journal

Five reasons to...

INCLUDE LEEKS IN YOUR DIET

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LEEKS are rich in vitamin A which is necessary for the health of your eyes.

2

THEY are a good source of potassium, required for normal blood pressure.

3

LEEKS also contain vitamin K which is essential for blood clotting, and magnesium for healthy teeth and bones.

4

LEEKS contain vitamin B6 which we need for the body’s energy production.

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THEY are a source of prebiotics. These are starches that encourage the growth of good bacteria which are an integral part of our immune system.

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Leeks are a source of prebiotics

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