Thanks to its characteristic aroma, it is used cooked or raw in many dishes, particularly in Mediterranean and Indian cuisine.
The onion, however, is considered, since ancient times, also an excellent natural remedy for many ailments and health problems .
The Greeks praised its purification and purification qualities while the Roman gladiators used it to massage their muscles.
Therefore, different healing qualities are attributed to the onion, the main benefits are:
> Anti-inflammatory and antibiotic: the onion has always been considered an anti-inflammatory and a natural antibiotic.
> Diuretic, purifying and digestive : the onion is diuretic and favors the elimination of waste. It also stimulates liver function and helps detoxify it.
> Expectorant : the onion is one of the most famous remedies of the grandmother against coughs and colds .
> Blood thinners : the onion helps keep the blood flowing, facilitating circulation.
> Hypoglycemic : the ability to reduce blood sugar is attributed to the onion.
> Cholesterol regulator : according to recent studies, the onion, especially the red one, would be a very valid food in the diet against high cholesterol as it would help reduce LDL cholesterol levels (the "bad" one).
> Blood pressure regulator : the onion is a vasodilator and therefore helps lower blood pressure levels .
> Laxative .
> Dewormer .
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Here, then, are five alternative uses of the onion
Onion, a natural remedy for earaches
Many grandmothers used onions to relieve earaches. Cut an onion into small pieces, heat it in the microwave or even on a radiator and, once it is hot, but not boiling, wrap it in a cotton cloth and place it on the affected ear for about fifteen minutes.
Onion natural remedy for colds
If you want to use the onion as a poultice against colds, use the same procedure as above but apply the compress on the chest for about half an hour.
Onion, a natural remedy for pharyngitis and tonsillitis
The onion decoction can be used to gargle, in order to alleviate inflammation caused by tonsillitis and pharyngitis.
Onion, remedy for insect bites
Onion is useful for relieving burning and itching caused by mosquito bites . Rub a slice of raw onion on the affected part. It is a natural alternative to sticks and ointments that are usually used for this purpose.
Of course, it doesn't smell, but if we don't want to use chemicals, especially in children, it's definitely a possibility.
Onion for bowel health
The onion contains a good amount of sulfur, which is also the characteristic odor. This substance helps in the prevention and treatment of intestinal fermentations.
The cooked onion is useful for preserving and restoring a correct intestinal motility and therefore helps in case of constipation .
Finally, thanks to the antibacterial and antiseptic properties, raw onion is a good natural remedy against intestinal parasites, without altering the bacterial flora.
