Onions: Their presence in your favorite dishes may sometimes go unnoticed, but their absence is always very noticeable. Onions are indispensable to innumerable recipes around the world, and their culinary worth has been known for centuries. But onions have more to offer than just good flavor; they also have immense health benefits.
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Nutritious value
Onions are an excellent source of Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, dietary fiber and minerals like potassium, manganese, folate and anti-oxidants. They’re also low in cholesterol and saturated fat.
Disease prevention and treatment
Onions have historically been employed in treating asthma, coughs, bacterial and breathing disorders. Onions are also known to be effective insect repellents. Regular consumption of onions is considered to be good for the eyes, skin and hair. Modern researches have revealed their effectiveness in preventing bronchial spasms, blood clots and tumors. The abundance of sulfur compounds like thiosulfinates makes them effective antimicrobials. The flavonoids found in onions are known to boost the body’s resistance to cardiovascular disorders.
Onions for good sleep
A lesser known fact about onions is their efficacy in reducing the effects of insomnia. Researchers have found the inclusion of onions in dinner a great natural way of inducing sleep.
Onions are surprisingly easy to grow! Check out our onion seeds and onion sets for sweet and spicy varieties perfect for the kitchen.