Onion Juice for immunity, well-being and more

Onion juice provides all the health benefits that you may be looking for and more, it is good for building immunity, weight loss and improving skin and the health of your hair

The search for healthy foods never ends. Whether it is for weight loss or for building up your immune system, there are endless possibilities, and we should try to include as many of them as we can into our daily diet

But did you know that the most popular food in our kitchen, the onion can do the job just fine

Yes, something as basic as onions that we use almost every day whilst preparing our food

Onions are packed with flavonoids and antioxidants that are known to improve metabolism, therefore aiding weight loss. Experts suggest that drinking onion and honey water on an empty stomach may help shed off excess weight accumulated in the body

Onions combat free radical damage of skin cells, reduce wrinkles and slow down the signs of aging due to the Sulphur compounds which boost the synthesis of collagen which fights against premature ageing

Onions are rich in immunity boosting nutrients like vitamin C and zinc as well as phytochemicals that help build the body’s defense mechanism against colds and flu

The vitamins found in onion help to increase blood circulation which helps to provide a wrinkle free skin

Onions are a good source of soluble fibre, which makes it a powerful prebiotic. It ensures health gut which is crucial for weight loss and belly fat loss

White onions or red onions – research has shown that red onions are higher in antioxidants anthocyanin and quercetin and therefore have better health benefits. Red onions tend to be sweeter whilst yellow onions tend to be more pungent and stronger in flavor

Cooked or raw – onions are health both cooked and raw, however raw onions have higher levels of Sulphur compounds which assist in protecting the body against cancer cells, bad cholesterol production and lower the body’s blood sugar levels

Give your sliced onions a good soak in water before serving them. This one simple step tames the bite of the raw onion and mellows out their flavor. For added flavor you can also soak them in a lime juice, lemon juice or vinegar

Onions are one of the many natural ingredients that can help you sleep better at night if had before bed, they are rich in L-tryptophan a form of amino acid that acts as a natural sedative. It also helps in reducing stress levels which will also aid good sleep

You can bake them, juice them, make soup out of them or simply eat them raw

Or

Peel and chop half an onion and grind in a blender with half glass of water. Add 2 tablespoon of honey and drink it first thing in the morning

Or

Peel and chop one onion and soak in a glass of water overnight. Have a couple of sips in this water in the morning and continue sipping on it throughout the day

General rule of thumb – half onion to half a glass of water

Be careful not to drink too much at one time as onions can have side effects if consumed in large quantities

Side effects can include:

Stomach distress or pain

Eczema or rash if in contact with your skin (contact dermatitis)

Bad breath

Allergy symptoms like asthma, runny nose, nasal congestion, red eyes, itchy eyes and nose