Unexpected effects of onions

In addition to its role as a familiar spice in dishes, onions are also a home remedy with many surprising effects such as reducing fever, reducing swelling, and treating insect bites.

1. Relieve ear pain

According to Boldsky, dry earwax can cause ear pain due to inflammation. Place a slice of onion in your ear for 30 minutes or use a cotton swab soaked in onion juice to clean your ear. The moisture from the onion will soften the earwax and make it easier to remove.

At the same time, onion essential oil prevents the growth of bacteria that cause inflammation and swelling. Note, after removing earwax, you need to clean the ear canal with clean water and dry it.

West onions have many surprising uses. Photo: Blogspot.

2. Fever reducer

Chopped onion or shallot mixed with potato and garlic into a smooth paste is an effective fever reducer by putting the mixture in socks and then applying it to the soles of the feet for 30-60 minutes.

The essence in onions and garlic will help your body temperature drop quickly. If possible, you should put a towel soaked in apple cider vinegar on your forehead. Apple cider vinegar is also very effective in reducing fever. Note that you need to keep your body warm when you have a fever.

3. Remove foreign objects in the eye

Dust or foreign objects flying into the eyes make us feel uncomfortable and uncomfortable. In this case, cut a slice of onion and stimulate the tear duct. Then tears will flow out, taking the foreign object with them.

Note, when using this method, you should only keep the onion next to your eyes and keep a certain distance from them, avoid rubbing or rubbing with your hands to avoid causing more serious damage.

4. Cough treatment

During the cold season, prolonged coughs can leave you feeling tired and frustrated. Make a honey and onion juice smoothie to soothe a sore throat. The antibacterial properties of honey and onions will kill bacteria and soothe a sore throat effectively.

5. Treat burns

Onions can instantly soothe minor burns caused by contact with hot objects or carelessness when cooking. Cut a thin slice of onion and apply it to the burn, it will heal quickly and leave no scars.

6. Treating bee stings

When stung by a bee, quickly remove the stinger, crush an onion and apply it to the wound. The anti-inflammatory properties of onions help reduce swelling and prevent allergic reactions in the body.

According to Zing.vn