Most of us think that onions are only used in cooking or making salads which is not the case.
Onions have numerous benefits you could never think of and most of these are essential for having amazing life experiences.
Have a look at the uses of onions you ought to know;
1. Treats stings and bites
Onions can be used to soothe stings and bites by placing a piece of an onion to the place of bite or a sting. The anti-inflammatory properties of onions reduce itchiness and pain caused by bites of insects.
2. Improving eyesight
Eating onions will naturally improve your eyesight since they are made of Vitamins A, C and E. Onions also have a combination that prevents the formation of cataracts thus preventing eyes from any harm.
3. Removes rust from knives
Stop using harsh chemicals or steel wool to get off the rust on your knives. Plunge your rusty knife into a large onion for a few times and repeat this until the rust diminishes on your knife.
4. Absorbs new paint smell
You could have repainted your room and the smell is keeping you uncomfortable once you enter the room. Cut an onion into two halves and place them on opposite sides of the room.
They will absorb the smell within a few hours.