Onions are characterized by its rich content of thiosulfinates, sulfides, sulfoxides and other odoriferous compounds. The thiosulfinates exhibit antimicrobial properties.
Onions are good for:
Colds
Coughs
Asthma
Repels insects
Angina
Bacterial Infections
Breathing problems
Treatment to poor Appetite
Prevent Atherosclerosis
Influenza
Tuberculosis
Insomia
Pneumonia
Anti-allergy
Obesity - helps lower the amount of cholesterol
Reduced Inflammation
Prolonged Longevity
Colon cancer - Onions are a very rich source of Fruto-oligosaccharides, which helps to suppress the growth of potentially harmful bacteria in the colon.
Anemia - Onion contains high amount of iron which prevents anemia
Anti-coagulant - Daily intake of onions can lower cholesterol and help prevent heart attacks
Anti-inflammatory - for arthritis and gout
Anti-septic - Onion is effective against many bacteria including Bacillus subtilis, salmonella and E. coli
Blood pressure - lowers blood pressure naturally
Ear Disorder - cotton wool is dipped into onion juices and put into the ear to stop ringing in the ear
Hail Loss - Applying onion juices on scalp twice a week for two months will cause hair regrowth
Sexual debility - Onion is a potent aphrodisiac
Osteoporosis - A compound in onion that prevents the activities of breaking down bone.
Indeed onions is a superb medicinal plant.
