Scallions, Chives, Garlic and Onion Greens

Scallions, chives, garlic and onion greens are great for voice and throat remedies, as well as, wellness and prevention. Onions (Allium Sphaerocephalon) are a natural antiseptic and antibacterial and may help cure Laryngitis. Scratchy and/or sore throats can be soothed and perhaps rendered usable by consuming onion greens. Organosulfurs are part of the allium (onion) family of phytochemicals. Reuters Health says, "Compounds, such as allicin, may have benefits on the immune system, assist the liver in rendering carcinogens harmless, and reduce production of cholesterol in the liver. These compounds are found in garlic, leeks, onions, chives, scallions, and shallots." The greens also contain chlorophyll which has additional health benefits when eaten raw.

• Harvest only the greens for a renewable remedy. The bulbs are perennials and will produce greens for many years.
• The wild ones can be fibrous and are best consumed chewed or brewed. Spring greens are more tender than those harvested in the Autumn.
• The greens can be added to anything raw or cooked as a supplement.
• If you harvest the bulbs, please be sure to leave some intact, covered and watered. The bulbs can also be eaten raw or cooked.
• Singers often make elixirs of tea or throat spray.

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