Onion

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- Sourced from partner farms
- Checked for maturity, size, shape, and color 
- Onions with blemishes, sprouts, skin-outs, doubles, and inappropriate sizes are rejected

Storage and Shelf Life

Storage tips for onion to maintain freshness:

- Room Temperature: Whole onions can be kept in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature for 1-2 months.

- Refrigeration: Store cut onions in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 7-10 days.

- Proper Ventilation: For long-term storage, keep in mesh bags or open baskets, not plastic bags.

- Freshness Test: Firm texture, dry papery skin, and absence of sprouts indicate perfect freshness.

- Freezing: Chopped onions can be frozen for up to 8 months in airtight containers.

Nutritional Value (Per 100 gms)

- Calories: 40

- Carbohydrates: 9.34g

- Dietary Fiber: 1.7g

- Protein: 1.1g

- Fat: 0.1g

- Water: 89.1g

Vitamins in Onion:

- Vitamin C: 7.4mg

- Vitamin B6: 0.12mg

- Folate: 19μg

- Vitamin B1: 0.046mg

- Vitamin K: 0.4μg

- Vitamin E: 0.02mg

Minerals in Onion:

- Potassium: 146mg

- Calcium: 23mg

- Magnesium: 10mg

- Phosphorus: 29mg

- Iron: 0.21mg

- Zinc: 0.17mg

Health Benefits

10 health benefits of onion:

1. Heart Health Promoter: Contains quercetin and sulfur compounds that support cardiovascular health
   
   
2. Anti-inflammatory Agent: Natural compounds help reduce inflammation
   
   
3. Blood Sugar Regulator: May help stabilize blood glucose levels
   
   
4. Immune System Booster: Rich in antioxidants and vitamin C that strengthen immunity
   
   
5. Bone Health Supporter: Contains compounds that may improve bone density
   
   
6. Antibacterial Properties: Natural antibacterial and antifungal compounds
   
   
7. Cancer-Fighting Potential: Certain compounds may help prevent cell damage
   
   
8. Respiratory Health Aid: Traditional use for coughs and respiratory conditions
   
   
9. Digestive Health Enhancer: Prebiotic fibers support gut microbiome health
   
   
10. Skin Health Promoter: Antioxidants protect against premature aging
    
    

4 Fascinating Facts About Onion You Didn't Know

1. Ancient Reverence: Onions have been cultivated for over 7,000 years, with such importance in ancient Egypt that they were used as currency to pay workers who built the pyramids. Their concentric ring structure symbolized eternity, leading them to be buried with pharaohs and even sworn upon in oaths, similar to how we might swear on sacred texts today.
   
   
2. Battlefield Medicine: Throughout history, onions have been used as battlefield medicine. During World War I, Russian soldiers applied onion paste to wounds as an antiseptic when medical supplies ran short. This folk remedy has scientific backing – onions contain natural antibacterial compounds that can help prevent infection.
   
   
3. Tear Science: The chemical reaction that makes us cry when cutting onions is actually a sophisticated plant defense mechanism. When cells are damaged, enzymes release sulfenic acids that convert to a gas called syn-propanethial-S-oxide, which irritates our eyes. This complex chain reaction evolved specifically to discourage animals from eating the bulbs.
   
   
4. Moon-worthy Vegetable: Onions were among the first vegetables grown in space! Their compact size, hardiness, and nutritional density made them ideal candidates for cultivation experiments aboard space stations. NASA scientists continue to study onions as potential crops for long-term space missions, including future lunar or Martian colonies, due to their ability to thrive in controlled environments with minimal resources.