Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Other than @ Eastern Star functions, why are onions a popular health food

Other than @ Eastern Star functions, why are onions a popular health food?

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Go here: http://www.sweetonionsource.com/healthy.html
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Blood Sugar-Lowering Effects The higher the intake of onion, the lower the level of glucose found during oral or intravenous glucose tolerance tests. In addition, onions are a very good source of chromium, the mineral component in glucose tolerance factor, a molecule that helps cells respond appropriately to insulin. Cardiovascular Benefits The regular consumption of onions has, like garlic, been shown to lower high cholesterol levels and high blood pressure, both of which help prevent atherosclerosis and diabetic heart disease, and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. These beneficial effects are likely due to onions' sulfur compounds, its chromium and its vitamin B6, which helps prevent heart disease by lowering high homocysteine levels, another significant risk factor for heart attack and stroke. Gastrointestinal Health The regular consumption of onions, as little as two or more times per week, is associated with a significantly reduced risk of developing colon cancer. Onions contain a number of flavonoids, the most studied of which, quercitin, has been shown to halt the growth of tumors in animals and to protect colon cells from the damaging effects of certain cancer-causing substances. Boost Bone Health Onions may be especially beneficial for women, who are at increased risk for osteoporosis as they go through menopause. Milk isn't the only food that boosts bone health. Onions also help maintain healthy bones, suggests a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. For a breakdown of nutrients in an onion follow the link. Potential negative side effects of eating onions: onion breath.
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its very healthy and works antibiotic, especially when you get cold