Onion – the Wonder Vegetable

27 Nov 2021 no comments nutrigene Categories Nutrition

Onions have a broad spectrum of benefits, including:

·       Onions promote bone health: Onions are abundant in anti-inflammatory, antioxidant flavonoids – quercetin protects bones against free radical damage. It also prevents your bones from breaking down. Studies suggest that women who incorporated more onions into their diet had a reduced risk of hip fracture and better bone density.

·       Onions protect against cancer: Due to a rich antioxidant profile, onions help offer protection against cancer. There’s a strong link between increased use of onions and lowering the risk of different types of cancer. Onions are known to activate channels that encourage the cancer cells to undergo apoptosis (cell death).

·       It improves gut health: Inulin found in onions nurtures your gut microbes, facilitates the growth of good bacteria, and enhances gut health. Inulin also works well in regulating blood sugar levels, preventing constipation, improving nutrient absorption, and improving bone density.

·       It makes your skin glow: Among other health benefits of onions, this one might amaze you. The jam-packed nutrients in onions that include vitamin B6, vitamin C, and allicin works exceptionally well in improving skin health and beauty.

·       Onions help lower cholesterol level: Due to alliinase in onions help lower cholesterol level and decrease the risk of developing heart disease. Alliinase is released from onions when they are sliced. This is what brings you tears when you cut this vegetable.

So, these were some of the incredible health benefits of onions. Start eating this wonder vegetable in abundance to reap maximum benefits.