Onions are not just a flavor! It has many benefits for us
- Nutrition expert Dr. Elena Solomatina points out that onions help strengthen
- the immune system and reduce the risk of blood clots.
- It contains a high percentage of vitamin C.
The expert says:
Onions are essential for strengthening the immune system and improving iron absorption. They also contribute to the production of collagen, which is responsible for the beauty of hair and the elasticity of blood vessels, cartilage and tendons
She added that onions contain natural plant pesticides with antibacterial properties, which is especially important in the cold season.
It also contains
- a high percentage of beta-carotene
- which helps regenerate mucous membranes
- making viruses and bacteria more difficult to penetrate
and reducing the risk of disease.
The expert pointed out that onions are rich in quercetin, an antioxidant that strengthens capillaries, and it has been observed that its use contributes to preventing the formation of blood clots in those recovering from Covid-19.
Red onions are characterized by the highest percentage of quercetin, while yellow onions contain beta-carotene, zeaxanthin carotenoids, and lutein, which are essential for eye health.
She said:
In general, any type of onion contains beneficial substances
so it should be included in the diet.
But it is important to be moderate, especially for those who suffer
from stomach or pancreatic problems, because onions
are a very spicy vegetable and may cause bouts of pain."
For those
who suffer from stomach pain after eating onions
the doctor recommends treating them with heat, such as boiling them briefly to remove the gallbladder. She added that this method reduces vitamin C content, but helps in better absorption of beta-carotene.
Exciting facts about onions
Humanity has known and used onions for thousands of years, and they were mentioned in ancient Egyptian blogs and others. However, scientists continue to study them and discover new properties, some of which are truly shocking.
Among the most important properties of
onions that scientists have found are:
Onions are toxic to pets
Onions are included in human food
but they are a real poison for domestic animals.
If a dog eats it regularly
he will develop a chronic disease, while cats will die. This is because
the compounds in onions kill red blood cells in animals, leading to anemia.
Onions are anti-cancer
Scientists at Kumamoto University in Japan have proven that onions are a good substance for fighting cancer, because they contain the substance "onionin A", which prevents the growth and reproduction of cancer cells, and is a good substance for preventing stomach, ovarian and breast cancer.
The effect of onions on the brain
- Scientists from France have found that onions help regenerate brain cells
- because the sulfur compounds they contain are transported directly
- by blood vessels to all parts of the body, including the brain.
There, the nerve synapses that connect nerve cells are cleaned.
Onion tears are harmful to the eyesight
Scientists from India have found that the tears that fall when cutting onions due to the volatile substances that are included in their composition are very harmful to those suffering from dry eye syndrome.
This disease
is particularly affected by those who use contact lenses. Regular contact with chopped onions may also cause chronic conjunctivitis and even corneal erosion.
Onions are an incubator for bacteria
Peeled onions should not be stored for a long time, even in the refrigerator. Scientists have discovered that such onions are the cause of poisoning
and infectious diseases.
Because chopped onions act as magnets and then as an incubator for various microorganisms, they should never be used in preparing food the next day.