Dr. Perricone's No. 2 Superfood: The Allium Family

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Leeks
Leeks have all of the healthy properties of the Allium family as described above. However leeks also contain these nutrients:

Vitamin B6
Vitamin C
Folate
Manganese
Iron
Fiber

This particular combination of nutrients makes leeks particularly helpful in stabilizing blood sugar, since they not only slow the absorption of sugars from the intestinal tract, but help ensure that they are properly metabolized in the body. Remember, the stabilization of blood sugar is one of the most important goals of the Perricone Promise. Spikes in blood sugar accelerate aging, wrinkles and a host of degenerative diseases.

We all know that onions and garlic are important for imparting delicious flavor to a meal. However, when we include leeks, we raise the flavor of the meal from delicious to "sublime." They are particularly delicious with fish such as halibut, chicken and fish and chicken soups.

Learn More About Dr. Perricone's Superfoods:

Açaí
The allium family
Barley
Beans and lentils
Buckwheat
Green foods
Hot peppers
Nuts and seeds
Sprouts
Yogurt and kefir
More on superfoods and healthy diet advice

Published 07/15/2005

As a reminder, always consult your doctor for medical advice and treatment before starting any program.