Onion, chopped

Scientific Name: Allium cepa
Liliaceae

AKA: Onion
Parts Used:Bulb
Active Compounds:volatile oil, flavonoids, sterols, phenolic acids, alliin

Background: Onions were once known as a way to fight off the plague. They were strung in bunches and placed in doorways to prevent the plague from entering the household. While the plague is no longer the top responsiblity of the onion, it does have some amazing health benefits.

Onions are taken for just about any ailment that comes to mind. From a cold to an insect sting, you can count on the ever-popular onion to be a good treatment option.

Applications:Diuretic/Antibiotic/Expectorant/Antirheumatic/Anti-Inflammatory/Analgesic

Onions are used to promote overall good heatlh.

Cough and Cold: Onions may be taken to help fight off a cough and cold.

Heart Health: Onions may be taken to prevent arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), angina, and heart attacks.

Earache: Warmed onion juice may be placed in the ear to soothe an earache.

Description:
The onion plant is a bulbous perennial that can grow as high as 3 feet tall. It has stems that are hollow with green leaves. The onion is grown all over the world.

Dosage:

Onion may be added to food, juiced, or baked and consumed.

Safety:
There is no negative safety information available for this herb. Consult your health care provider before beginning use of any herb.

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