No One Ever Told You Onions Could Do These Miraculous Things

Onions are awesome! Well yes and they are a natural cure for many health problems. It is the best remedy for severe vomiting and as a general antibiotic that can boost your immune system. This super healthy vegetable is part of the allium family of vegetables and herbs, which also includes chives, garlic, scallions and leeks.

And, allium vegetables have been cultivated for centuries for not only their characteristic, pungent flavors but also for their medicinal properties. Onions can vary in size, shape, color and flavor. The most common types are red, yellow and white onion. Flavors can vary from sweet and juicy with a mild flavor to sharp, spicy, and pungent, often depending on the season in which they are grown and consumed. It is estimated that 105 billion pounds of onions are harvested each year worldwide.

The experts say that their antimicrobial and antiseptic properties make them a great alternative to antibiotics and other pharmaceuticals, especially for common ailments like ear infections and small wounds. These properties also mean onions can be used in the kitchen to disinfect utensils and serving ware.

Onions for Serious Health Problems:

As we said, just like the powerful garlic, onions are a member of the allium family. They’re also a good source of fiber, calcium, phosphorous, potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, sulfur, antioxidants, and flavonoids. It even contains quercetin, a power antioxidant that protects against heart disease and cancer while also treating hypertension and high cholesterol. Plus, it relieves allergy symptoms by preventing the release of histamines from immune cells. Thanks to these nutrients and more, onions can play a crucial role in fighting major health issues, including diabetes, asthma, and cardiovascular disease.

• Bug repellent: yes, you can keep bugs away by spraying your clothing with a mixture of equal parts onion juice and water. You can also rub fresh onion slices directly on exposed skin. This is really amazing.
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• Moth solution: make sure you keep a bottle of onion juice in your closet and make a few holes in the lid to keep moths away from your knits.
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• Air purifier: how to use onion as an air purifier – well, it’s very simple! You should have to slice onions on a plate in your bedroom and living room. The onions will absorb toxins and strong odors. Replace the slices every day or so.
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• All-purpose cleaner: you can also clean your cutting boards and counters by combining equal parts water, vinegar, and cooled onion water. Spray the mixture and let it sit for 10-15 minutes and wash as usual.
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• Tough kitchen cleaner: Remove burnt residue from pots and pans by rubbing the surface with a raw onion and letting it soak in onion juice for an hour.
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• Scalp magic: ladies and gentlemen, you can also promote healthy hair growth by drenching your hair in onion juice, letting it sit for an hour and washing as usual. Use once a week for best results.
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• Rust prevention: just rub a sliced onion face-down on your iron pan to prevent rusting.
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• Dish polish: Polish copper serving ware and glassware with freshly cut onion slices.
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• Skin care: Cut an onion in half and rub on your skin after a long day in the sun to prevent freckling.

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