Chives and Health

Chives and Your Health

Chives are a perfect flavoring choice to restrict calorie, fat, or salt intake for those on diets. They are fat-free and combine well with other herbs and spices as a salt-substitute.

Chives are high in vitamins A and C, potassium, and calcium. Its sulfur compounds have antibiotic properties.

Since the standard serving size of chives is so small, you most likely will not experience any noticable health benefits from your consumption.

More about Chives and Chive Recipes:

• Chive Selection and Storage
• The Difference Between Chives and Garlic Chives - FAQ
• Chive Cooking Tips
• Chives and Health
• Chive History
• Chive Recipes
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Cookbooks

•	Making the Most of Onions : Over 50 Delicious Recipes for Onions, Garlics, Shallots, Scallions And Chives
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•	Herbs & Spices: The Cook's Reference
•	The Herbfarm Cookbook
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