8 Great Benefits of Onions
– Raw onion lowers the production of bad cholesterol.
– 8 Great Benefits of Onions
The humble onion is found in every kitchen, but its curative powers makes it an important medicinal plant too. Like garlic, it is a member of the lily family. There can be no doubting the power of the juices contained in onions; anyone who has ever sliced one and shed a tear is only too aware that they hold something special.
Quite apart from its medicinal properties the onion is simply delicious. It forms the basis of so many dishes whether raw, sauteed, baked, steamed or boiled, that it would be difficult to imagine the cuisine of any country without it.
Here’s a quick glimpse at their incredible health benefits:
- The phytochemicals in onions along with their vitamin C help improve immunity.
- Onions contain chromium, which assists in regulating blood sugar.
- For centuries, onions have been used to reduce inflammation and heal infections.
- Raw onion lowers the production of bad cholesterol (LDL), thus keeping your heart healthy.
- A powerful compound called quercetin in onions is known to play a significant role in preventing cancer.
- Got stung by a honeybee? Apply onion juice on the area for immediate relief from the pain and burning sensation.
- Onions scavenge free radicals, thereby reducing your risk of developing gastric ulcers.
- Those bright green tops of green onions are rich in Vitamin A, so do use them often.
