The onions come from the Allium family such as leeks, garlic, etc. They are rich in Sulphur and have strong antimicrobial, antiseptic, and antioxidant properties which give them the ability to fight free radicals.
They are also strong natural antibiotic and have the ability to boost the immune system and to prevent bacteria and infections.
People have been using it for many years for treating flu, common colds, and other health problems. Here are some of the amazing benefits that onions have:
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TREATS WOUNDS AND CUTS
The transparent layer that the onion has, is great for stopping and treating small wounds, cuts, and bleeding.
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TREATS EAR INFECTION
Onion has the ability to treat ear infections. Put some onion slices in a sock and apply it on your ear. Lie down and leave it for 20 minutes.
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RELIEVES CHEST CONGESTION
Crush an onion and add some coconut oil. Put this mixture on your chest and cover them with a clean towel. Leave this on your chest during the night.
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TREATS COUGHS
Clean an onion and cut it into two halves. Put the halves in some brown sugar and eat two times per day.
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TREATS COLIC
This remedy has been used for many years by the Cherokee Indians. Boil some onion pieces and leave them to cool down. Strain the water and give your baby a teaspoon to relieve the colic pain.
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TREATS FEVER
Apply some coconut on your soles and then put two halves of onions on them and put on some socks. Leave them overnight and you will lower your temperature.
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TREATS VOMITING
Grate an onion and strain the juice. Prepare a peppermint tea and take 2 tsp. of onion juice and then after 5 minutes take 2 tsp. of peppermint juice. Repeat this until you stop vomiting.
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CLEANS THE AIR IN THE HOME
Our homes are full of toxins and bacteria and onion can help you to clear the air. Put some onion slices on a plate in your room and it will cleaner.
The benefits of onion are too many. Rub some onion on the scalp and you will prevent hair loss and your hair will grow faster. You can also spray some oil water in your home in order to repel some pests.
Source: healthymultiverse