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Anti-InflammatoryScore: 2/10
Onion
2/10
Inflammation
Anti-Inflammatory
Category
1/2 medium onion
Serving size
5
Key nutrients
Anti-InflammatoryInflammatory
Onions are rich in quercetin, one of the most potent natural anti-inflammatory flavonoids. They also contain sulfur compounds, chromium, and vitamin C that work together to reduce inflammation.
Quick facts
- Inflammation
- 2/10
- Category
- Anti-Inflammatory
- Serving size
- 1/2 medium onion
Key nutrients
QuercetinSulfur compoundsVitamin CChromiumPrebiotic fiber
Tips
Red onions have the most quercetin. Cook lightly to preserve anti-inflammatory compounds.
Benefits
- Very high in quercetin flavonoid
- Rich in sulfur compounds
- Contains chromium for blood sugar control
- Prebiotic fiber feeds gut bacteria
Concerns
- Can cause digestive discomfort
- Raw onion may irritate IBS sufferers
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