Jun 2, 2024, 10:19 AM IST

 6 reasons to eat onions during summer to beat the heat

Varnika Srivastava

Here are a few health benefits of eating onions during summer.

Consuming raw onions during hot seasons helps regulate body temperature, preventing negative effects from high heat.

Regulates body temperature

Sunstrokes are common during hot seasons, but onions, rich in quercetin, can help prevent them by fighting heat strokes.

Treats sunstroke

During summer, onions can help improve digestion by boosting good gut bacteria and preventing bad bacteria from causing issues.

Keeps gult health healthy

Onions, rich in potassium and sodium, are essential electrolytes in the body, helping to balance water levels and maintain hydration during hot summer seasons.

Provides electrolytes in body

Onions, rich in anti-inflammatory compounds like quercetin and sulfur, can reduce inflammation and alleviate heat-related.

Anti-inflammatory

Summer heat increases oxidative stress, damaging cells. Onions, rich in antioxidants, can neutralize free radicals, providing antioxidant protection against UV radiation and environmental toxins.

Anti-oxidant properties

Disclaimer: This content including advice gives generic information only and is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion.