Beyond physical health, leeks may benefit emotional well-being. A study in Experimental Neurobiology highlighted the presence of kaempferol, a potent flavonoid found in leeks.
This antioxidant plays a role in stabilizing levels of serotonin and dopamine, key neurotransmitters responsible for mood regulation, stress relief, and emotional calm.
So the next time you savor a bowl of leek soup, remember—it might be helping your mind as well as your body.
