| Sweet Onion Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Name: | Sweet Onion |
| Scientific Name: | Allium cepa |
| Shapes | Globular to slightly oblong |
| Calories | 106 Kcal./cup |
| Major nutrients | Vitamin B6 (33.08%) Copper (20.56%) Carbohydrate (19.22%) Vitamin B9 (19.00%) Vitamin C (17.67%) |
Health Benefits
- Sweet onions are beneficial for heart as well as cardiovascular benefits.
- Onions has chromium known for regulating blood sugar and is able to prevent blood clots.
- Intake of sweet onions in raw form helps to reduce bad cholesterol.
- Sweet onions have fiber that lowers the chances of gastric ulcers and also supports digestion.
- It also maintains healthy bacteria levels in intestinal tract.
- The high content of antioxidant called quercetin lowers the chances of cancers.
- Intake of sweet onions promotes bone density and lowers the risk of osteoporosis.
- Sweet onions have Vitamin C that promotes immune system and improves overall health.
- Chewing raw onions for several minutes prevents the risk of tooth decay, oral infections and gum disease.
- Rub half of an onion on face daily to erase blemishes without scars.
- Onion tea lowers irritation and swelling in throat responsible for coughs and sore throat.
- Onion stops nose bleed, cures warts and eliminates bacteria related with sickness.
Culinary uses
- Add raw sweet onions to salads, relishes or chopped ones are used as a garnish.
- Use sweet onions as the substitute for regular onions.
- Make sweet onions to onion rings.
How to store Sweet Onions
- Sweet onions can be kept for a week or two at room temperature.
- Store sweet onions in an open paper bag in a cook and dark place for longer storage.
- Do not wrap it in a plastic because due to its juicy nature, it becomes prone to rot and mold.
References:
https://www.itis.gov/servlet/SingleRpt/SingleRpt?search_topic=TSN&search_value=42720#null
https://www.thespruceeats.com/all-about-sweet-onions-4094058
https://www.realsweet.com/10-reasons-to-add-more-sweet-onions-to-your-diet/
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