Amazing Allium Family And A Creamy Raw Leek Soup

The allium family of foods includes garlic, onions, leeks and chives, and they all contain flavonoids that stimulate the production of glutathione, the liver’s most potent antioxidant! Definitely include as much of the allium family in your diet as you can, each and every week. GARLIC: Lowers total cholesterol, raises HDL “good” cholesterol, lowers your risk of atherosclerosis (hardening of arteries), lowers blood pressure, reduces the risk of blood clots.