Most of us eat onions regularly. They are tasty, readily available and easy to use in our meals.
Onions contain compounds such as allicin that are antibacterial. They can also help reduce redness and swelling associated with many ailments.
Onions contain saponins that can help lower "bad" (LDL) cholesterol levels.
Onions contain alliin and antioxidants that may help improve blood circulation and lower blood pressure.
Some evidence suggests that onions may help reduce lung tightness in people with asthma.
Onions have traditionally been used medicinally for reducing inflammation, fighting infections, and improving overall health, reducing cholesterol, reducing blood pressure, skin problems, wound healing, relieving pain and burning sensations, coughs, colds, all chest complaints, detoxification, skin eruptions, blood clotting, poor protein absorption, blood circulation, sore throats, acne, insect bites, gut health, improved insulin sensitivity, reducing blood sugar, immune system boosting, heart health and much more.
Onions contain fructan which can cause bloating and gas in some people.
So keep eating them as part of a healthy nutrient rich diet.