The chive, also known as chives, is an herb belonging to the alliaceae family. This plant that blooms throughout the year has a mild onion flavor, but at the same time with a touch of garlic, the part that is most often eaten are the long stems that are cut into small pieces and are added to various recipes such as soups, sauces and salads.

Chives are rich in vitamin K, C, and vitamin A, as well as calcium and potassium, which bring several health benefits. Consuming this vegetable on a regular basis could contribute to maintaining the health of your eyesight, as it contains lutein, which accumulates in the retina of the eye and helps prevent macular degeneration.

Chives are a nutrient-rich, low-calorie food that provides significant amounts of vitamins, essential minerals and antioxidants.

Among the benefits of chives are the following:

• Helps fight cancer.
• Promotes good heart health.
• Promotes good bone health.
• Improves the digestive process.
• Helps detoxify the body.
• Stimulates the immune system.
• Helps to improve vision, etc.