having their roots and stems under the soil, leeks are vegetables of winter and
resemble garlic. While the long and straight leaves of leeks grow above the soil, the
flowers of leeks grow on the top of the petioles. The edible part of a leek is its
pipe-shaped leaves and stem. A few species of leeks are known and consumed being
named according to their region. For instance, the best type of leek, kamış (meaning
bamboo) leeks, which are long with white leaves, goes by the name of Kartal leeks in
Istanbul. Black leeks which are cultivated largely in every region are shorter with
greener leaves.

leeks strengthen the body. Helping the blood production, they are good for anemia.
Leeks are highly beneficial for digestive system simplifying the digestion. Leeks can
activate kidneys, intestines and the stomach. They help passing the kidney gravels
and stones. Moreover, leeks can clean the blood and the body. Leeks are good for
asthma, rheumatism, eczema and arteriosclerosis. Not only are leeks diuretic, but
they also smooth the intestine and treat constipation. Leeks are particularly
beneficial for the complaints of hemorrhoid. They can increase the breast milk. Leeks
have also protective effects against cancer. Containing abundantly vitamins C, K and
B, potassium, calcium, silicium, manganese, sulphur, copper, iodine and iron, leeks
are high in nutritional value.