Onions are vegetables containing various vitamins, minerals and potent plant compounds to promote health in many ways.
Onion is most commonly used for scarring. It is also used for other skin conditions and to prevent cancer and heart disease. In fact, the medicinal properties of onions have been recognized since old times, when they were used to treat ailments like headaches, heart disease and mouth sores. They’re also good source of potassium, a mineral in which many people are lacking.
Slicing onions makes one cry because when you cut into it, the onion produces a sulfur-based gas. The gas reacts with the water in your eyes and forms sulfuric acid. To avoid/reduce these tears, you might need to move your face farther away from the onion so the gas disperses before reaching your eyes.
Another suggestion for reducing tears is to slice the onion into two then chill for about 30 minutes for the dissemination of the gas. Then, you can cut off the top and peel the outer layers.
Here are some impressive health benefits of onions
Health benefits related to onions are quite impressive.
