Never mind the tears
they bring on—onions are an ace ally in your fight against disease. A prized
member of the lily family, they lavish you with health benefits while adding
oodles of taste to your food.
A quick glimpse at
their incredible health benefits:
·
The phytochemicals in
onions improve the working of Vitamin C in the body, thus gifting you with
improved immunity.
·
Onions contain
chromium, which assists in regulating blood sugar.
·
For centuries, onions
have been used to reduce inflammation and heal infections.
·
Do you enjoy sliced
onions with your food? If yes, rejoice! Raw onion encourages the production of
good cholesterol (HDL), thus keeping your heart healthy.
·
A powerful compound called
quercetin in onions is known to play a significant role in preventing cancer.
·
Got bitten 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.
