5 reasons to eat more onion and garlic

5 reasons to eat more onion and garlic

1. Onion and garlic against cancer
Onion and garlic both contain organo-sulfur compounds and flavonoids which are very powerful antioxidants. These would, therefore, provide good protection against several types of cancer. A study in China even revealed that the big eaters of garlic and onion would reduce their risk of having a cancer of 60% !!!
2. Against viruses
Garlic stimulates our immune system and allows us to treat colds and flu faster by swallowing a raw pod as soon as the first symptoms appear. To relieve at the same time treat, so try also an onion soup.

3. Against bacteria
We already talked about it,  garlic is a food antibacterial and antiviral that kills germs, intestinal parasites, and even mushrooms. The onion has a similar effect, helping the body fight off various infections.

4. To improve your cholesterol profile
Garlic has the property of lowering the rate of "bad" cholesterol (LDL) while increasing the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL). The onion also has this ability, but especially when eaten raw. It can, therefore, be added in a sandwich or salad.

5. For his heart
Garlic lowers blood pressure in people for whom it is too high. The onion, meanwhile, prevents the formation of clots, and thus prevents thromboses. This brings double protection to our arteries.

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