ONIONS -SIDE EFFECTS OR DISADVANTAGES

ONIONS – SIDE EFFECTS OR DISADVANTAGES

Though all vegetables are important for health some vegetables have unique benefits, Onions are one of them but have several disadvantages. Onions are members of flowering plants enriched with various vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds, and now we discussed the disadvantages of consuming onions.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS OF ONIONS PER 80 GRAMS

    Nutrient                   Values

• Calories                                        32
• Cholesterol                                  0
• Total Fat                                        0
• Sodium                                         3 mg
• Total Carbohydrates                  7 gm
• Dietary Fiber                               1 gm
• Sugar                                           3 gm
• Protein                                        1 gm
• Vitamin C                                   7% of the Daily Value (DV)
• Calcium                                      1% of the DV

SIDE EFFECTS OR DISADVANTAGES OF ONIONS

May Decrease Drastic Sugar Levels

Diabetics consume onions carefully, as they decrease blood sugar levels drastically. Hence, diabetes should check their blood sugar before consuming onions, as it might lower blood sugar levels too much and could be harmful.

May be Allergic to Onions

Though onions are beneficial for treating several gastrointestinal disorders, excess use may cause allergic conditions like gastric irritation, vomiting, nausea, and heart burning. If experienced, is advised to consult a healthcare provider.

May Cause Skin Irritation

Consumption of onion is beneficial for the skin, but it is noticed that some people may experience face or skin irritation and rashes on applying onion juice to the skin. Therefore, it is advised to test it on a small area of your skin especially on the back of your hand, before its application. 

Nursing Women

Excess consumption of onions be avoided by pregnant or nursing women as it often caused heartburn these days, hence should limit its quantity. 

May Cause Bad Breath

Due to their strong smell, onions leave a bad breath after their excess consumption. This can be attributed to its high content of sulfur.

May Reduce Blood Pressure

Onion may reduce both systolic and diastolic pressure in the body. Hence, those who are patients of hypertension and use medicines should exercise caution in the consumption of onions.

May Increase Lithium

Patients who are medicated for lithium should consult the doctor before consuming onions, as it may decrease the capability of the body to get rid of lithium, which can be harmful.