Health Benefits & Drawbacks
Contains chemical compounds believed to have anti-inflammatory, anticholesterol, anticancer and antioxidant properties, such as quercetin. Onions may be beneficial for women, who are at increased risk for osteoporosis as they go through menopause, by destroying osteoclasts so they do not break down bone. The pleiomeric chemicals in onions have the potential to alleviate or prevent sore throat. They also contain phenols and flavonoids.
Onions can lead to migraine in some people, however the sugars they contain can cause flatulence and also can lead to bad breath.
