The Cancer-Fighting Superstar in Your Kitchen
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted January 31, 2025
Believe it or not, a health hero could be hiding in plain sight in your pantry right now.
According to exciting new research, ordinary red onions are far more than just flavor boosters for your favorite soups, salads, and Mediterranean-inspired meals.
Scientists uncovered evidence that this humble vegetable is packing some serious cancer-fighting power…
The study published in Food Research International found that specific compounds in red onions can destroy cancer cells.
What makes these veggies so unique?
Well, to begin with, they’re loaded with quercetin—a powerful flavonoid already known for its impressive health benefits, including…
- Supporting heart health
- Managing cholesterol levels
- Aiding in diabetes control
- Easing asthma symptoms
And now we know quercetin also packs a potent cancer-fighting punch.
However, as impressive as that is, it gets even MORE interesting…
The researchers also found that another compound responsible for the onion’s distinctive red color has a hidden talent.
Anthocyanin acts as quercetin’s wingman, enhancing the nutrient’s cancer-fighting abilities—and making it more effective at hunting down and eliminating cancer cells.
This one-two punch of quercetin and anthocyanin makes red onions a compelling addition to your cancer-fighting arsenal.
The best part? Adding more red onions to your diet is easy and affordable.
Try…
- Tossing them into salads
- Mixing them into stir-fries
- Using them in homemade salsas
- Roasting them as a side dish
While more research is needed to fully understand how these compounds fight cancer cells, this study suggests that sometimes our most powerful health allies might be hiding in plain sight in your kitchen.
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Source:
Murayyan, A. I., Manohar, C. M., Hayward, G., & Neethirajan, S. (2017). Antiproliferative activity of Ontario grown onions against colorectal adenocarcinoma cells. Food Research International, 96, 12-1
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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