Benefits of Onion

Benefits of onion

What is onion?

Onion is one type of vegetable. Some people also call it bulb onion.

This vegetable is cultivated in lots of countries and can easily be found in many kitchens of homes as well as big hotels. People also buy it in larger quantities like 50 kg / 100 kg bag and store it to consume over a long period as it is vegetables of daily cooking and last longer. Benefits of onion is really worthy for being a healthy food.

 

Why Onion will make you cry if you cut or chop it.

If you start the cutting onion in pieces then allicin (Propanethiol S-oxide) gas gets released. Sulphur gas contacts the eye which results in creating mild acid, burning and irritation.

In this case, our eyelids start to close to protect the eyes but we have to watch it while it cutting than our eyes tears to protects themselves. Tears create one type of layer to protect and flush it away from such undesired acids.

 

What are the Benefits of Onion

 

1. Onion for Heart Health

Flavonoids and Thiosulfates are found in Onions. Flavonoids are good for reducing bad cholesterol from our body & Thiosulfates keeps the consistency of the blood. This leads to lowering the risk of heart attack and stroke. Onions have antioxidants as well as compounds that fight inflammation, reduce cholesterol levels and decrease triglycerides. The anti-inflammatory onion’s properties can also help to reduce high blood pressure as well as protect us from blood clots.

 

2. Onions for Healthy Bones

Calcium is necessary for healthy bone. One normal size onion contains around 25.3 mg of calcium.

 

3. Improvement in Immunity Power

Onions have rich prebiotics (prebiotic means “a non-digestible food ingredient which affects the growth and activity of a number of bacteria in the colon) so it improves host health also, results in an increase in the number of friendly bacteria in our gut.

 

4. Onion for Respiratory Related Problems

Onion comes into an anti-allergen; Allergies are responsible for respiratory problems. 

Sulphur compounds of onion help in fight mucus, Onion is the most powerful natural antibiotic, which has the quality of fighting against both bacterial and viral infections, it also ease the symptoms of sore throat.

 

5. Onions for Better Vision

Onions as well as Garlic is Sulphur-rich and important for glutathione production.

Sulphur contains protein which acts as an antioxidant for eye lens.

The selenium in onion increases the production of vitamin E, which keeps eye problems away.

 

6. Onions for Oral Health

Onions have antibacterial and antimicrobial properties which will definitely help in the prevention of diseases of our body and mouth. It is said that Raw onions have the ability to strengthen the teeth, Onion keeps away harmful bacteria in the mouth.

Many people avoid onion eating as it smells bad breath which stays for some time in our mouth. But please know that Onin is good for oral hygiene, it also contains vitamin C

 

7. Onion for Sexual Health

If you are facing erectile dysfunction then eat onions. This will help in increasing testosterone levels in men.

Onion is one of the super aphrodisiac foods, it enhances libido, strengthens our reproducing organs. Onion juice is also good for sexual stamina.

 

8. Onion for Glowing – Ageless Skin

Onions are one of the great and rich sources of vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin E as well, which will keep skins ailment away. Onions have vitamins A, C and K, these are good for flawless skin, protect you from harmful UV rays. Such vitamins are helpful to get rid of pigmentation. Onion juice is good for to face pack, apply it for supple and acne-free skin.

 

9. Benefits of Onion for Healthy Hair

If you check then will find that lots of Ayurvedic hair products are using onion juice for hair growth.  As Onin has antibacterial properties, it gives relief from dandruff and removes lice from your scalp.

Onion juice provides sulphur for strong and thick hair, which results in relief in hair loss, promotes hair growth. Sulphur will also be useful for improvement in collagen production. Collagen is required for healthy skin cells as well as hair growth.

 

10. Onion for Easing Menopause Symptoms

Consumption of raw onion will help you in easing postmenopausal symptoms as it contains calcium. Onion is good for the liver and to get rid of waste hormones. Benefits of onion are easier to get as it is used almost in every kitchen.

 

11. Onion for Blood Sugar

It is said that eating onion give your one more benefit of blood sugar control.

 

12. Benefits of Onion for Bone Density

Onion consumption is beneficial for bone density.

 

What are the Demerits of Onion?

Even it is true as Onion has lots of benefits but still, the Consumption of Onion in excess amount will definitely harm your body or health, hence eat in a moderate proportion.

 

1. Dangerous for Allergic People

If you have an allergy to onion, then stay away from having onion, otherwise, it will keep your health at risk.

 

2.  Heart Burner

The people who face the problems like heartburn and pregnant women should not consume onions in excess proportion.

 

3. Stomach Issues

Onions are enriched with fructose; hence excessive consumption can create problems like gas in the stomach or abdominal bloating, then you may also feel some discomfort.

 

4. Low Blood Pressure

Onions have potassium, which is good to get relief from High blood pressure, but if consumed in a rational amount.

Higher amounts consumptions of onion will be dangerous, as it may reduce the blood pressure further to the required level, which can lead to other problems in your health i.e. dizziness, nausea, blurry vision.

 

5. Bad Smell / Breath

Onion’s overeating can make you feel odd, as a bad smell to your mouth will also irritate you, other people will prefer to stay away from you due to smell.