A series of PresentationByMr. Allah Dad Khan former DG Agriculture Extension KP Province and Visiting Professor the University of Agriculture Peshawar allahdad52@gmail.com

2. Impressive Health Benefits of Onion
A series of Presentation
By
Mr. Allah DadKhan
former DG Agriculture Extension KP Province and
Visiting Professor the University of Agriculture
Peshawar
allahdad52@gmail.com

4. Onions ( Pyaz)
Onions have been eaten for tens of thousands of years
and we still aren’t bored of them. White and Red are
the common colours for onions and they can vary in
size from a few millimetres to almost a foot across.

5. Onion
Onions have been known to possess curative value
since ancient times. Even the World Health
Organization confirms that onions are beneficial for
people with a reduced appetite and those suffering
from atherosclerosis. Health experts acknowledge the
fact that onion provides great respite for patients with
chronic asthma, allergic

6. Onions
Onions, which have the scientific classification of Allium cepa,
also contain a number of antioxidant compounds that are very
effective in neutralizing the free radicals present in the human
body. Onions have been used for millennia by human beings for
medicinal purposes. Onions have been one of the staple plants
in the diet of humans for more than 7,000 years, and during
much of that time, onions were actually cultivated. There are still
wild species in certain areas of Asia, but for the most part,
onions are a globally grown and cultivated plant. Throughout
history, onions were even worshiped by certain cultures, like the
Egyptians, who buried them with their pharaoh. This fascination
with onions could have stemmed from its versatility and
availability, or from the medicinal and beneficial properties they
have already discovered from this powerful little bulb plant.

7. Onions
The antibacterial properties of onion include extensive
antifungal applications, which have made it a
household name in antifungal relief. The onion plant
can be grown on well-drained and moist soil. You can
even grow them in your own backyard or garden to
reap its health benefits. They form an important part of
many culinary preparations in cuisines around the
world, and they are also known as ‘companion plants’,
meaning they grow well when around
other vegetables and plants.

9. Nutritional Value Of Onions
Onions have so many valuable medicinal applications
because of the nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and
organic compounds contained in them, including the
presence of sulfuric compounds and quercetin in
traces of the essential oils. They also contain mineral
components such
as calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, selenium
and phosphorus, and they are a good source
of vitamin C, vitamin B6, and dietary fiber!

11. Health Benefits Of Onions
Some of the most valuable
and well known health
benefits of onions are .

12. 1. Onions for Good Oral Health
Onions are often used to
prevent tooth decay and
oral infections. Chewing
raw onions for 2 to 3
minutes can potentially kill
all the germs present in the
oral area and surrounding
places like the throat and
lips.

13. 2. Onions improves Immune System
Strength:
The phytochemicals that are
present in significant
amounts in onions act as a
stimulant to vitamin C within
the body. The efficacy of
vitamin C, and subsequently
your immune system, is
boosted when you eat
onions, since it supercharges
your immune system against
toxins and various foreign
bodies that can lead to
disease and illness

14. 3. Onions is a Treatment for Heart
Ailments:
Onions act as
anticoagulants, also known
as blood thinners, which in
turn prevents the red blood
cells from forming clumps.
These blocks and clots can
lead to heart disorders or
cardiovascular diseases.

15. 4. Onions Manages Diabetes:
Onions contain chromium,
which is a relatively unusual
mineral to find naturally in
food. Chromium helps the
body manage blood sugar
levels and ensure a slow,
gradual release of glucose to
the muscles and the body
cells. Therefore, eating
onions can help modulate
your blood sugar levels,
which is vitally important for
diabetic patients.

16. 5. Onions Used as Insect Repellent:
You can apply onion juice
to reduce the pain caused
from honeybee stings.
Fresh onion juice or paste
can be used for external
applications for other
insect bites and scorpion
stings as well. The smell of
onions also causes insects
to flee, which is why onions
can be used as insect
repellents as well as a form
of sting treatmen

17. 6. Onions Prevents Cancer:
Onions are rich in active compounds that
successfully inhibit the development and
spread of cancerous cells. Quercetin is a
very powerful antioxidant compound that
has been consistently linked to the
prevention or reduction of the spread
of cancer, they have a significant amount
of quercetin! Vitamin C is also a strong
antioxidant, which can reduce the
presence and impact of free radicals
throughout the body. Free radicals are the
chemical byproducts of
cellular metabolism, and they can cause
healthy cells to mutate into cancerous
cells. Therefore, any food rich in
antioxidants, which neutralize these free
radicals, are beneficial for anyone, since
every person is susceptible to this internal
attack due to oxidative stress

18. 7. Onions Relieves Earache:
A few drops of onion juice
may actually prove
immensely beneficial to
individuals suffering
from acute earache. The
ringing sound in the ear
may be cured by applying
onion juice through a piece
of cotton wool.

19. 8. Onions for Glowing Skin:
Onion juice mixed
with honey or olive oil is said
to be best treatment for
treating symptoms or signs of
acne. Onions are also
notorious anti-inflammatory
vegetables, so the active
compounds in onions can
reduce the redness and
swelling that is commonly
associated
with skin conditions like acne.
It also helps to reduce the
associated pain and
inflammation of conditions
like gout and arthritis.

20. 9. Onions for Treatment for Cough:
Consuming an equal
mixture of onion juice and
honey can relive sore
throats and
coughing symptoms.

21. 10. OnionsBoosts Sexual Drive:
Onions are said to
increase the urge for a
healthy sex life. One table
spoon of onion juice along
with one spoonful
of ginger juice, taken three
times a day, can boost the
libido and sex drive.

22. 11. Onions for Treatment of Anemia:
Even anemic conditions can
be improved by eating onions
along with jaggery and water,
because this adds to the
mineral content of the
body, especially iron, which is
an essential part of producing
new red blood cells.
Therefore, anemia, also
known as iron deficiency, can
be prevented by having a
health amount of onions in
your diet.

23. 12. Onions Relieves Stomach Aches:
Onions have anti-
inflammatory and
antibacterial properties that
give relief to upset stomach
and other related gastric
syndromes. This is due to the
saponins that can be found in
onions. These saponins have
anti-spasmodic capabilities
that ensure that stomach
disturbances do not continue
and that your bowels are
clear and smoothly
functioning.

24. 13. Onions for Treating Urinary Disorders:
For those suffering from
a burning sensation during
urination, onions can
provide considerable relief.
People suffering from this
condition
should drink water boiled
with 6 to 7 grams of
onions.

25. 14. Onions Consist of Sulfur Rich
Compounds
Medical studies have
revealed that these sulfuric
compounds stop biochemical
chain formations that could
possibly lead to asthmatic
conditions. The sulfuric
content of onions facilitates
the melting of phlegm in a
patient suffering from severe
coughing. Fresh onion juices
are recommended for
patients who lose
consciousness, because the
aroma and inhalant qualities
of onions bring immediate
vigor and energy into people.

26. 15. Onions Reduces Fever
 A small piece of onion
can work against side
effects of fever if it is
kept on the forehead.

27. 16. Onions Addresses Epilepsy
 Many children who suffer
from epilepsy resist
conventional treatment.
Black onion seed offers the
perfect solution. It is
known to have anti-
convulsive properties. A
scientific study concluded
that black onion seed could
reduce the frequency of
refractory seizures. Its
antiepileptic properties
have been proven to help
epileptics

28. 17. Onion seed and Asthama
Black onion seeds are a
known antiasthmatic.
‘Phytomedicine’ published
a study on the
antiasthmatic effect on
asthmatic airways. The
study also claimed that
black onion seeds could be
considered superior to
conventional treatments for
cancer

29. 18. Onion for Treatment Of Dark Spots
And Pigmentation
 Onion juice is excellent
for getting rid of dark
spots and pigmentation. The
rich variety of phytonutrients
and antioxidants in onion
nourish your skin while
removing the skin impurities.
You can prepare a face pack
by mixing equal quantities of
onion juice and fresh yogurt.
You can also add a few drops
of any essential oil for a
pleasant aroma. Massage your
face with this mixture, using
gentle circular movements for
10 to 15 minutes. This should
be done daily for best results.

30. 19. Onions as Treatment Of Stings And Bites
 Onions can be used to
soothe stings and bug
bites. All you need to do
is place an onion slice on
your sting or bite. The
anti-inflammatory
properties of onion help
in reducing the burn,
itchiness and swelling
caused by insect and
bug bites.

31. 20. Onion as Natural Conditioner
 To condition your hair
naturally, you can apply a
mixture of onion and
fenugreek paste on your
hair. Keep it for half an
hour and wash off with a
mild shampoo.

32. 21. Onions Relieves Stress
Quercetin doesn’t stop there. It
also helps protect your body
against stress. When you are
stressed out your body
produces cortisol. While
cortisol is totally normal, too
much of it can damage muscle
tissue and cause protein
breakdown in the body. That’s
where quercetin-rich onions
come in. During times of
prolonged stress, quercetin
suppresses enzyme required
for cortisol release. Next time
you have a stressful deadline
to meet at work, bring

33. 22.Onions for Digestion
Onions are high in fiber,
which is good for
maintaining a healthy
and regular digestive
system. Fiber prevents
digestive pain and
breaks down food can
keep it moving

34. 23. Onions as bone density
Onions bolster bone
density for older
women. One study
found that menopausal
women who
incorporated onions
into their diet had a
20% lower risk of
health disease