Onions have been used for thousands of years as an ingredient in various dishes by many cultures around the world.
These vegetable can be eaten raw, cooked, fried, dried or roasted.
They are commonly used as a flavouring and seasoning agent in many
dishes.
Apart from added an excellent taste to dishes, onions are also
provides many health benefits to its users. In Chinese medicine, onions
have been used to treat angina, coughs, bacterial infections, and
respiratory problems.
And even the World Health Organization (WHO) also supports the use of onions for the treatment of poor appetite and preventing atherosclerosis.
Some health benefits of onions are as given below:
Fight Cancer: Onion extract is rich in a variety of
sulfides, which provide some protection against tumor growth. Some
studies have showed, regular consumption of onions helps to reduce the
risk of several cancers such as colorectal cancer, oral cancer,
laryngeal cancer, stomach cancer, esophageal cancer, and ovarian cancer.
It is suggested to consume one onion serving per day (approximately 1/2
cup).
Cardiovascular Benefits: The regular consumption of onion
has been shown to lower high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels.
This is attributed to the sulfur compounds, chromium, and vitamin B6 in
onions, which helps prevent heart disease by lowering high homocysteine
levels, another potential risk factor for heart attack and stroke.
Reduce Blood Sugar Levels: The regular consumption of onions
also have been shown to lower the blood sugar levels. A study found
that, onions contain allyl propyl disulfide that helps to reduce the
glucose levels by increasing the amount of insulin.
Promotes Gastrointestinal Health: Onions packed with
enormous flavonoids, these flavonoids help to reduce the risk of colon
cancer. It has been shown to inhibit the growth of tumors in animals and
to protect colon cells from the damaging effects of certain
cancer-causing substances.
Good for Skin: The onions help in stimulating the
circulation of blood in the mucous membrane. It can be applied as
poultice to boils, bruises, wounds, etc. Onion juice mixed with honey
also can be the best home remedy for acne.
Stimulate Hair Growth: Onion is rich in sulfur which is one
of the essential nutrients in promoting hair growth. A study has shown
that applying onion juice on scalp twice a week for 2 months will
stimulates hair re-growth.
Treats Cholera: Onion is an effective remedy for cholera.
Grind about 30 grams of onions with 5-7 black peppers. Have 2-3 times of
the mixture a day. This is effective treatment for cholera. On the
other hand, this also helps to lessens diarrhoea and vomiting.
Maintain Bone Health: A study revealed that onions also
possess the ability of building connective tissue and bone health due to
a newly identified substance in it called growth plate chondrocytes
(GPCs). Hence onions are very beneficial for women who are at a risk for
osteoporosis. There is also evidence to suggest that the risk of hip
fracture in menopausal women may be lowered through regular consumption
of onions.
Remedy for Cold and Flu: Onion is also a great remedy for
cold and flu. The Native Americans used them to ward off the common cold
and flu. The World Health Organization has even recognized the onion
for its ability to help relieve flu symptoms such as coughs, bronchitis,
congestion, and respiratory infections
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