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White Onion, Thinly Sliced

White onion is a pungent bulb vegetable commonly used raw or cooked to add sharp flavor and aroma to dishes. Thinly sliced onion retains the same nutrition as whole onion, with high water content and modest calories.

Beneficial properties

low calorie source of antioxidants contains prebiotic fiber supports flavor without added sodium

Nutritional highlights

White onion provides vitamin C, small amounts of folate and potassium, and phytochemicals such as quercetin and sulfur-containing compounds.

Caution. May trigger heartburn or worsen symptoms in some people with GERD, and can aggravate IBS symptoms due to fermentable fructans.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Heartburn / GERD
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Heartburn & Reflux
Includes: Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD), Heartburn and Acid Reflux
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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IBS / Sensitive Gut
Includes: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Period Problems & PMS
Includes: Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS)
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Recipes featuring White Onion, Thinly Sliced