The advantages and disadvantages of eating shallots, let you know the knowledge about shallots

Scallions are a very common vegetable in our lives and can be bought in every season. Some families grow some scallions at home to eat. Adding scallions to cooking can enhance the flavor, so many people like to eat scallions. But what are the benefits and disadvantages of green onions to the human body? Let’s find out together.

The benefits of eating shallots

1. Scallions are rich in nutritional value. They mainly contain protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C, as well as minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron, and phosphorus, which can supplement various elements needed by the human body. It can provide us with timely nutritional supplements.

2. The phytoncide contained in green onions has a strong bactericidal effect, especially against Shigella dysenteriae and skin fungi. The pectin contained in shallots can significantly reduce the occurrence of colon cancer and has anti-cancer effects. The allicin in shallots can also inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

3. Scallions can prevent respiratory infectious diseases and effectively treat colds. Once people have symptoms such as sneezing, runny eyes, and runny nose, they can take the white part of the scallion and chew it until they sweat to cure the disease.

4. Eating more green onions can improve the body's digestive function, strengthen the spleen and appetite, increase appetite, and remove dirt and foul air accumulated in the gastrointestinal tract.

5. For people whose eyes are easily tired or who suffer from insomnia or neurasthenia, eating more onions can replenish their energy and improve their work efficiency.

6. The volatile oil and other effective ingredients of shallots can stimulate the body's sweat glands to achieve the effect of sweating and heat dissipation; onion oil stimulates the upper respiratory tract, making it easier to cough up sticky phlegm.

7. The white part of green onions contains a large amount of allium, which can stimulate the secretion of norepinephrine, thereby promoting the decomposition of body fat. Therefore, if you eat more onions, it will enhance the release of body heat energy, thereby reducing fat accumulation.

8. Scallions are responsible for the functions of "cleaning" and "refueling" in the human body. People with anemia and low blood pressure can replenish energy by eating more scallions.

Disadvantages of eating onions

Although there are many benefits to eating shallots, medical experts remind us that we should eat them in moderation. Especially in summer, if you eat too much, a lot of white substances will be secreted into your eyes, which will cause eye discomfort. In addition, it should be noted that shallots should not be taken internally with honey; people with superficial deficiency and excessive sweating should avoid eating them.