abut onions

Onions- like garlic, onions were known throughout history as a cure for many illnesses. Alexander the Great fed onions in huge quantities to his troops to strengthen them for battle. During World War II the vapors of onion paste were used to reduce pain and accelerate healing of wounds.

• anti-allergenic – prevents or relieves allergies
• anti-asthmatic – prevents asthma attacks
• anti-bacterial – destroys or suppresses bacterial growth
• anti-inflammatory – reduces inflammation (e.g. arthritis and gout)
• antimicrobial – helps the body resist or destroy pathogenic micro-organisms (bacteria, fungi, and viruses)
• anti-septic – prevents infection
• anti-thrombotic – prevents formation of blood clots
• blood cleanser
• decongestant – relieves mucus congestion of the upper respiratory tract
• diaphoretic – increases perspiration (good for detoxing)
• diuretic – increases production and elimination of urine
• expectorant – promotes expulsion of phlegm or mucous
• helps insomnia
• high iron content
• hypotensive – reduces blood pressure
• lowers cholesterol
• lowers triglyceride level
• stimulates growth of good bacteria