The amazing onion is known for it’s medicinal qualities. Early American settlers were known to use wild onions to treat a variety of ailments such as coughs, colds, breathing problems, and as an insect repellant.

Health Benefits

• Rich source of fructo-oligosaccharides which can reduce the risk of tumors developing in the colon.
• Rich source of flavonoids which are known to provide protection against cardiovascular disease.
• Onion extracts, rich in a variety of sulfides which provides some protection against the development of stomach tumors.

How to select the perfect onion

• Dry onion bulbs should be firm and have little or no scent
• Avoid onions that have bruises, blemishes or any cuts.
• The outer skin should appear shiny and have a dry crackly feel.