After reading this, you will never thrown away the onion skins.

We all are well aware of the fact that onions, despite their pungent odor,are very beneficial for our health. They are loaded with properties that protect you from illness. they are antibiotic, antimicrobial and antiseptic in nature. Their nutritional content and the benefit they provide are something that we all know about it, but did you know that the skin of the onion contains more antioxidants than the onion itself?

  Yes you read it right. We peel the onion skin and throw it away in the trash without realizing that these discarded scraps can make your meals go further. 

  Experts suggest that they contain quercetin (a flavanol), which can help control blood pressure and prevent clogging of the arteries. Onion skin is packed with fiber and phenolic compounds that help in preventing coronary disease.

So, the next time you peel an onion and through the skin away, just stop for a moment and recollect the health benefits of onion skin. A few of them are mentioned below.

How onion skin help?

1. They help in decreasing LDL cholesterol levels.
2. They help in maintaining the optimal levels of blood pressure.
3. They help to fighting against allergies.
4. They help in reducing inflammation. 
5. They help in treating depression.
6. They support muscle growth and their functioning.

 Now you might be thinking that since the skin of the onion is not edible, how can it be beneficial for your body?
The answer is very simple, there are many ways in which onion skin can do good to your health,body and skin. 

  Here are a few ways by which you can make the most of the out of those peels that you throw in your bin with out giving a second thought.

How to use onion skin?

1. Remove nutrients:

 The quickest and easiest ways to incorporate the nutrients present in the onion skin is to added a few of them stew in it until cooked properly. Later, you can take out the skin as most of the nutrients would have steeped in the liquid by the time the cooking is done.

2. Use as tea:

 Another way to use them is make tea out of tea ball. Let them steep in boiling water for some time.

3. Use for curing leg cramp:

 Onion skin are also considered to be a great remedy for curing leg cramps. Here is what you can do- oil the skin of onion in water fore 15-20 minutes. Now, drain the water using a clean cloth or a strainer and drink this infusion as tea right before going to bed. Repeat it for a week or so on. You will notice that those those horrid cramps are gone.

4. Use as dye for clothes:

 You can even use onion skins as a dye for woolen clothes.

5. Use as handle when chop onion:

 Onion skin can help you chop off onions and protect your fingers from getting cuts due to the knife. It will get the job done and keep your hands safe at the same time. All you have to do is instead of peeling of the thick skin, fold the thick parts of the skin and then using it as a handle, start chopping the onion

6. Use for hair growth:

  Onion skin also promotes hair growth. The reason behind it is that onions are rich in sulfur. This mineral promotes the formation of collagen and thus help in the maintenance of your hair. You can boil onion skins in water and use it as a rinse to promote hair growth and maintain healthy and shiny hair.

7. Use as hair dye:

 Onion skin can also be used as a hair dye. And the best part is it is much cheaper than the other hair care product. It works best on blonde hair. To use onion skins as a hair dye, boil 30-50 grams of onion peels in a glass of water for around half an hour. By now, the consistency of water will become thick. Filter the water and then apply this to your hair. Let it settle for some time and then rinse it off with shampoo. It will add a nice golden sheen to your hair.

8. use to rid skin disease:

 If you are suffering from any skin disease, rub onion skin over  your skin. This can help you get rid of the irritation. Rub it gently over the infected area and then wash it off with a gentle soap. 

9. Use to increase antioxidant:

 You can also use dried and ground onion skin in a small percentage as a replacement for wheat flour to increase the antioxidant content in bread.

NOTE: Make sure you use the skin of organic onions; other contain pesticides that can be harmful to your health. Also if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not try these methods as it can cause irritation to your skin. 

So that was an insight into the numerous benefits of onion peels. we hope you enjoyed reading the article. SHARE this and let your friends know about it. 

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