Leeks

Vegetables and Fungus

Nutrients

Vitamin K, Manganese, Copper, Folate, Iron, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6

Pregnancy

Leeks contain vitamin B6 and Vitamin K. Vitamin B6 is necessary for your body to metabolize energy from the carbohydrates, fats and proteins in your diet. Vitamin K is needed for proper blood-clot formation and healthy bone growth and manganese helps support normal skeletal development in the baby.

Postpartum

Although leeks are very nutritious, it can cause heat in the body which is in general unhealthy for your weak body.

Breastfeeding

Leeks have been found to decrease breast milk secretion. It is better to avoid leek.

Baby

Your baby must avoid leeks. It can cause heat which will harm the healthy development of the baby.