As part of the Allium family of plants, chives are cousins with onions and leeks. Traditional folk remedies used chives treat anaemia, stimulate digestion and ease up an upset stomach. This week Dietitian Dr. Linia Patel summarises the health benefits of chives.
Chives are a key ingredient in many of our low FODMAP meals to add flavour in the absence of onions and garlic (as they are low in fructans).