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Vegetables
Red Onion
Red onion is a bulb vegetable with a sharp flavor that becomes sweeter when cooked. It is commonly used raw in salads and salsas or cooked in savory dishes.
Beneficial properties
source of antioxidants
contains fiber
low in calories
contains prebiotic compounds
Nutritional highlights
Red onion provides vitamin C, small amounts of folate and potassium, fiber, and antioxidant compounds such as anthocyanins and quercetin.
Conditions it helps with
Chronic Inflammation
Includes: Inflammation
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Constipation
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Heartburn / GERD
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Heartburn & Reflux
Includes: Heartburn and Acid Reflux
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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High Cholesterol
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IBS
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IBS / Sensitive Gut
Includes: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Red Salad
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