Folk Remedies
My mother and relatives taught me “home remedies” that have been passed down through our family for generations. As a child, I had asthma. My mother used her arsenal of kitchen medicine to knock out colds that would otherwise turn into bronchitis and contribute to asthma attacks. She prepared onion tea with white onions; once the onion slices and water came to a boil she added a little sugar. Onion tea can also be made with honey instead of sugar and a bit of lemon.
Onion tea benefits:
- Boosts energy
- Anti-oxidative properties; anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory compounds – colds, cough, and flu
- Lowers risk of blood sugar spikes
- Strengthens bone health/density
- Supports digestive health – indigestion, constipation, and bloating
Nutrient Dense Onions:
- Fiber and prebiotics (inulin and fructooligosaccharides) increase friendly gut bacteria
- Potassium needed for normal cellular and kidney function, fluid balance, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction
- L-tryptophan (a form of amino acid) is a natural sedative helps reduce stress levels and improve sleep
- B vitamins- metabolism, red blood cell production & nerve function
- Vitamin C (antioxidant) – immune health, collagen production, tissue repair & iron absorption
- Flavanol (quercetin) – helps control blood pressure; increases “good” HDL cholesterol, reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes
- Onionin A (sulfur-containing compound) shown to decrease tumor development*; sulfur helps to dilute the blood and prevent blood clots
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/onion-benefits
https://www.thehealthsite.com/fitness/diet/brew-some-onion-tea-a-cup-a-day-can-save-you-from-hypertension-and-more-7710