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Onion

Foundational aromatic; quercetin-rich.

Nutrition · estimated · per 100g
40Calories
1.1gProtein
9gCarbs
0.1gFat
1.7gFiber
4.2gSugar

Benefits

Key compounds

Quercetinsulfur compoundsfructans (prebiotic)allicin precursors

May help with

Best for these goals

Heart healthimmunitygut health

How to use it

The base of nearly every savory dish — soups, stocks, sautés, caramelized, raw in salsa

Evidence level

Traditional

Cautions & interactions

Heartburn/GERD for some; FODMAP-sensitive individuals
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