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Leek

Respiratory

Allium porrum

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Ancient vegetable from Middle East with medicinal use for respiratory and digestive conditions.

Active Compounds

allicin (mild)quercetinkaempferolphthalidesfiber

Traditional Uses

Ancient Egyptian folk medicine
Roman respiratory herb
medieval European food-medicine

Modern Uses

respiratory mucus
digestive
blood pressure
diuretic

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: other, extract
Adult Dose: 100-200g cooked leeks daily or as food
Child Dose: As food
Preparation Notes: Cooked or raw in soups; traditional leek and potato soup medicinal.

Safety Information

Generally safe during pregnancy

Generally safe while nursing

Contraindications

blood thinners in excess
IBS (FODMAP)

Possible Side Effects

GI upset in IBS
blood thinning

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