World health organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) and recent scientific reviews on PubMed all emphasize the role of foods rich in antioxidants, flavonoids and sulfur compounds in reducing inflammation, balancing immunity and supporting digestive function.
Sulfur-containing compounds in the Allium group (leeks, garlic, chives) have strong biological activity, helping the body fight oxidative stress - a factor related to chronic inflammation, increased cholesterol and metabolic disorders.
Chives contain a lot of vitamin C, polyphenols, flavonoids and sulfur compounds such as allicin, these substances are recognized to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, mild antibacterial effects and support the digestive system.
Dishes from chives:
Chives soup cooked with lean meat or shrimp
Simple method:
Wash 100-150g of chives, cut into 3-4 cm pieces;
Stir-fry quickly with garlic and minced lean meat/chicken meat;
Cook with broth for 5-7 minutes until chives are soft.
This soup is not only delicious but also a gentle choice to help the stomach easily digest.
Chives tea
Another use is chives tea, suitable for people with mild colds, nasal congestion or mild sore throat. According to a scientific overview in the PubMed system, the sulfur compounds in chives have mild antibacterial properties, helping to inhibit some upper respiratory tract bacteria.
However, this is not an antibiotic and does not replace medical treatment for severe infections.
How to make chives tea:
Wash 30-40g of chives leaves
Boil 500ml of water, add chives for 5-7 minutes
Filter to get warm drinking water, you can add a little honey
Drink 1-2 times/day when you have mild cold or indigestion symptoms.
Mix raw chives with olive oil
Raw chives mixed with olive oil and lemon create an antioxidant salad, providing vitamin C, beta-carotene and unsaturated fatty acids - 3 important factors in reducing oxidative stress.
Nutritional model studies show that a diet rich in antioxidants (vitamin C, polyphenols) and monounsaturated fats helps improve blood vessel endocardial function and reduce mild inflammation, which is beneficial for people with dyslipidemia or cardiovascular risk.
