Health Benefits Of Onions

Onions (Allium cepa) belong to the lily family, the same family as garlic, leeks, chives, scallions and shallots. Most onion cultivars are about 89% water, 4% sugar, 1% protein, 2% fibre and 0.1% fat. They contain vitamin C, vitamin B6, folic acid and numerous other nutrients in small amounts. Onions are a true gift from…

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Home Remedies for Cough

Coughing is one of the most common health problems. When cold and flu season hits, it’s nice to have an assortment of home remedies for coughs on hand to sooth sore throats. Moisture content differentiates coughs. Some are dry, accompanied by a ticklish or sore throat. Others are accompanied by a thick phlegm and are…

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