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Thickly Sliced Red Onion

Red onion is a pungent bulb vegetable commonly eaten raw or cooked, with thick slices often used in salads, sandwiches, and savory dishes. It provides flavor along with fiber and antioxidant compounds.

Beneficial properties

rich in antioxidants contains prebiotic fiber supports heart health low in calories source of vitamin C

Nutritional highlights

Red onion provides vitamin C, fiber, folate, potassium, and phytonutrients such as quercetin and anthocyanins.

Caution. May trigger heartburn or digestive discomfort in some people, especially when eaten raw; onion can also be problematic for those sensitive to FODMAPs.

Conditions it helps with

Chronic Inflammation
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Heartburn / GERD
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Heartburn & Reflux
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
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High Cholesterol
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IBS / Sensitive Gut
Includes: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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