As part of the seasoning, onions became spices that can not be eliminated. In addition to garlic and onions, onions are also very popular to be used as a spice in cooking and even a light snack.

Onions itself is rich in vitamins A, B, and C. In terms of minerals, onions are also high in calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sulfur, chromium, iron, and folic acid. So here are the healthful benefits of eating onions.

1. Cardiovascular
   Chewing onion can be healthy for your heart because the onion itself functions as an anti-coagulant that is good. This substance helps prevent hardening of the arteries and lowering homocysteine levels which can lead to problems with the heart.

2. Anti-inflammatory
   Anti inflammatory properties in onions is useful for treating infections caused by E.coli and salmonella. So that the onions are also useful for treating urinary tract infections.

3. Anti-allergy
   Quercetin, is an antihistamine substance in onions which was very helpful for treating allergies. Compared with other substances, quercetin is more easily absorbed in the body.

4. Relieves respiratory disorders
   Cold and cough is a disease that is easily treated with onions. Because natural substances in it can expel mucus in breathing.