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Red Onion

Red onion is a bulb vegetable with a sharp flavor that becomes sweeter when cooked. It is commonly used raw in salads and salsas or cooked in savory dishes.

Beneficial properties

source of antioxidants contains fiber low in calories contains prebiotic compounds

Nutritional highlights

Red onion provides vitamin C, small amounts of folate and potassium, fiber, and antioxidant compounds such as anthocyanins and quercetin.

Caution. May trigger digestive discomfort or worsen symptoms in some people with IBS or sensitivity to alliums.

Conditions it helps with

Chronic Inflammation
Includes: Inflammation
Constipation
Heartburn / GERD
Heartburn & Reflux
Includes: Heartburn and Acid Reflux
High Blood Pressure
High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
High Cholesterol
IBS
IBS / Sensitive Gut
Includes: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Recipes featuring Red Onion