Healthier skin
It boosts bl00d detoxification and combats oxidative stress, which is reflected in the skin: fewer imperfections, a brighter complexion and a rested appearance. To try for skin prone to imperfections!
It encourages memory
Quercetin doesn’t just provide physical benefits: it also protects the brain. By supporting neurons and limiting brain inflammation, it may even help prevent certain age-related cognitive disorders .
It enhances bones
A study found that women who regularly eaten onions had better bone density. This is a little-known but promising finding for an often minimized vegetable.
It could play a defending role against certain canc3rs
Without claiming to be a treatment, the sulfur compounds in red onion display a protective action against certain canc3rs, particularly digestive ones. One more reason to include it in your menus.
For a healthier mouth
Its natural antimicrobial properties help strict bacteria in the mouth, protect gums and, unexpectedly, restore breath after digestion .
An ally for sleep and mood
Thanks to its prebiotics, red onion promotes good intestinal bacteria. The result? A more balanced microbiota, more restful sleep, and a calmer state of mind.
How to easily add it to your dishes?
In thin strips in a crunchy salad
Sliced into a wrap or sandwich
Sauteed in a curry, omelet or wok
Blended with a homemade vinaigrette
Raw, with a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of salt
A few small precautions
If you have a sensitive stomach, start by eating small amounts.
If you are taking blood thinners, look for medical advice beforehand .
