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BENEFITS & NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

Jumbo Onion

Jumbo Onion

Scientific name: Allium fistulosum Linnaeus.

Common Name: Green onion, long onion, yellow onion, Chinese onion, weeping onion, Branch onion, chives, chives.

The long onion or jumbo onion produced in Colombia is one of the tastiest and most popular ingredient in the fine Latin American cuisine, used in the preparation of many typical dishes.

The unique climate and weather conditions of this particular Colombia region Aquitania ( Boyacá) where the crops are found, are the perfect combination to obtain a high quality product with an excellent flavor!.

The used of this onion in Colombia is higher than any other type of onion not only because its flavor but also because the nutritional properties and health benefits have been added a kick in kitchens all over the world!

The Colombian long, green or jumbo onion has a bulb or stem that is on average 95% larger than that of the chives, thus making the use of the product during cooking food superior to traditional chives.

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Health Benefits

  • Favors the circulatory system

Onions contain large amounts of quercetin that has the property of improving blood circulation and extremely good antioxidant, as well as anti-inflammatory.
In addition Onion prevents thrombosis and aging of the arteries and veins of its silica content. Also lowers cholesterol and increases the ability to dissolve blood clots internal, thereby preventing coronary thrombosis.

  • Onion has Antianemic properties

Have Antianemic properties, because it provides iron, phosphorus and vitamin E, which helps generate red blood cells and replenish blood loss.

  • It is diuretic

Due to its concentration of potassium without sodium.

  • Respiratory problems – Natural Expectorant

Onion is rich in vitamins A and C that help solve all respiratory ailments. Essential oils that generate sulfur compounds have beneficial effects expectorant in case of colds, coughs and bronchitis.

  • Onion to control hypertension

Potassium containing onion helps eliminate excess fluid and this is beneficial in case of hypertension, gout and kidney stones.

  • Digestion

It is very good for digestion by preventing the presence of parasites and fungi in our intestinal system.

  • Cholesterol

Due to its sulfur components, onion is a great food for the prevention of cholesterol and triglycerides.