Onions May Help Manage Diabetes and Improve Heart Health, Study Finds.

Washington, Sep 24: Onions, a staple in kitchens across the world, may offer natural support for people living with type 2 diabetes. A recent study presented at The Endocrine Society’s 97th annual meeting found that onion extract, when combined with the antidiabetic drug metformin, reduced blood sugar levels by up to 50 percent in diabetic rats. Researchers also observed that onion extract lowered total cholesterol, suggesting that it could provide additional benefits for heart health. These findings highlight the potential of onions as a natural, affordable, and widely available dietary aid in managing metabolic conditions.

Experts recommend consuming onions in a variety of ways to reap their benefits—raw in salads or sandwiches, cooked in curries, soups, and stir-fries, or even grilled and blended into sauces and dips.The study further noted that higher doses of onion extract achieved the most significant reductions in both cholesterol and blood sugar. While more human trials are needed, scientists believe that onions may complement existing therapies for diabetes and support cardiovascular health.