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Whilst the onion may not be the hero ingredient of many meals, it definitely stands out in terms of its health attributes. From supporting gut, heart and brain health to fighting free radical damage, onions are a reliable, versatile and affordable pantry staple.
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The Onion Report, 2024
This comprehensive report summarises more than 100 studies, over nearly 30 years, on the nutrition and health benefits of onions.
Accredited Practising Dietitian, Teri Lichtenstein, reviewed the latest research to inform the report, which includes the continually emerging health benefits of the high levels of phytochemicals in onions, including quercetin, sulfoxides and anthocyanins.
The report also contains practical information including nutrition information panels by variety and cooking method, as well as tips for on how to prepare onions to encourage their consumption at maximum antioxidant levels.
Research Updates
The link between dietary intake of flavonols and cognitive performance
Scientific research has found an association between cognition and dietary flavonoids which have anti inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This study investigated flavonoid in foods - including quercetin found in onions, as well as myricetin, kaempferol and...
How cooking methods can influence the beneficial phenolic compounds we get from onions
Onion are usually consumed raw or after frying, grilling, baking or boiling. The choice of cooking method can cause substantial changes to the physical structure of onions and, in turn, affect how much of their beneficial phenolic compounds we absorb into the blood stream during digestion.
Onions are a treasure trove of bioactive phytochemicals with many prospective health benefits
Onions are widely used as anti-microbial agents and have beneficial effects on the digestive, circulatory and respiratory systems, as well as on the immune system. This review paper discusses the many health benefits and traditional uses of onion in pharmacological perspectives.
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