Onions can be a nutritious part of a healthy diet, providing fiber, vitamin C, sulfur-containing compounds and quercetin, but their effects vary from person to person. While research suggests some onion compounds may support heart and metabolic health, there is no strong evidence that eating onions alone lowers cholesterol, prevents cancer or treats disease. For some people\u2014especially those with IBS or acid reflux\u2014onions may cause bloating, gas, cramps or heartburn, while true onion allergies are rare but can cause serious reactions. Raw and cooked onions may affect people differently, so the best approach is to enjoy them in amounts you tolerate rather than treating them as a miracle food.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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