Research discussed in the article has also linked higher consumption of onions and related vegetables with a lower risk of colorectal cancer, while other research has explored onion extracts alongside diabetes medication. These findings are research associations and should not be interpreted as proof that onions prevent or treat disease.
The article also debunks a common myth: a properly stored cut onion does not become toxic simply because it is refrigerated. To reduce tears while cutting onions, the article recommends chilling them, using a sharp knife or cutting them under water.
