Nutrition Facts - Onions

Not only do onions add flavor to your dishes, they are also rich in Nutrients
In this video Registered Dietitian Christy Brissette from the ELLICSR Kitchen and the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre talks about all the amazing nutritional benefits of the onion.

Onions:
- Are rich in nutrients such as vitamin C and fibre.
- Contain plant chemicals such as crocetin and sulfuric compounds which may help to reduce blood pressure
- Some cell and animal studies have shown that these compounds may prevent cancer cells from growing
- Part of the Allium family. Studies have shown that consuming foods from this family may help to reduce the risk of some of the major forms of cancer.
- Cut them finely before cooking to release those sulfuric compounds
- Look for colourful varieties to get the most antioxidants

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Видео Nutrition Facts - Onions канала ELLICSR Kitchen