In modern times, we think of onions and chives - which are really green onions - as ingredients that give recipes great flavor. They still have some medicinal properties worth noting. According to the Cleveland Clinic, onions and chives are full of antioxidants, which, when consumed, can lower some people’s chances of developing cancer, diabetes and heart disease.
No magic pill but delicious
Clearly, no food or herb has magical or curative powers but many of them are delicious to eat and are likely good for you in one way or another. So, the next time you enjoy dill, cucumbers or even onions with a meal, you can share some of these fun facts with your fellow diners.
When Leah Ingram was little and came down with a cold, her grandmother would feed her Jewish penicillin aka chicken soup. Now Leah covers authentic Jewish and Italian recipes along with other cuisine on her blog Bagels and Lasagna.