ONION Scientific name: Allium cepa Onions are cultivated and used around the world. As a food item, they are usually served cooked, as a vegetable. It is a biennial plant, but is usually grown as an annual. They are rich in the vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Onion is an excellent source of vitamins C and B6, folate, iron, and potassium. And not just the vegetable, even the essential oil from onions has benefits. Check out the next blog to know about the benefits of onion oil. Health Benefits Of Onions:- 1. Improve Heart Health :- Onions are rich in organo sulfurs, which can help prevent heart disease. 2. Lower Blood Sugar Levels:- One of the sulfur compounds in onions (S-methylcysteine) and quercetin can have beneficial effects on blood sugar. 3. Improve Immune System:- Onions contain selenium that stimulates immune function. 4. Maintain Bone Healt...
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