Raw Onions

[kopend]

is eating raw onions good for you


and if you have to many is that still ok

i.e 3 raw onions in one sitting

[diddlydo]

Whatever floats your boat!

[Old_Geezer]

They have an anticeptic quality. What are you hoping they will do ?

[ummmm]

They are good for you. Might give you heartburn if you eat too many.

[2sp_]

You may find it hard to engage anyone in conversation if you eat 3 raw onions in one sitting...

[retrocop]

I believe honesty is the best policy.Just look your girlfriend in the eye and tell her you wish to discontinue the relationship.Onions are too drastic and unecessary if you are honest

[grasscarp]

The phytochemicals in onions improve the working of Vitamin C in the body, for improved immunity.
Onions contain chromium, which assists in regulating blood sugar.
For centuries, onions have been used to reduce inflammation and heal infections.
Raw onion encourages the production of good cholesterol (HDL), thus keeping your heart healthy.
A powerful compound called quercetin in onions is known to play a significant role in preventing cancer.
Onions scavenge free radicals, thereby reducing your risk of developing gastric ulcers.
I dont think there is an upper limit in how many you can have at one time.


Read more: http://www.care2.com/greenliving/8-great-reasons-to-eat-more-onions.html#ixzz2m21Rh8li

[aelmpvw]

only way to eat a cheese sandwich

[woofgang]

Ah no...not another "superfood" with incredible health benefits.....actually "incredible" might be a good description.

a more balanced opinion
http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/ingredient-focus-onions

[Tilly2]

Cheese and onion crusty rolls washed down with a glass of Guinness. Lovely.

[sandyRoe]

Would they lose their goodness if cooked?

[jomifl]

Just had raw onions for supper, well shallots actually and they got cooked in the food preparation process, They did start off raw though.

[paddywak]

Swap the Guinness for cider tilly and you've got the best snack ever.

[pusskin]

I love the smell of onions raw or while cooking, but would hate the smell on someones breath.