The humble onion is found in every kitchen, but its curative powers makes it an important medicinal plant too. Like garlic, it is a member of the lily family. Quite apart from its medicinal properties the onion is simply delicious. It forms the basis of so many dishes - whether raw, sautéed, baked, steamed or boiled, that it would be difficult to imagine the cuisine of any country without it. A quick glimpse at their incredible health benefits:

1. Rich in biotin for maintaining blood sugar balance.

2. Offers the body amazing cardiovascular benefits.

3. Acts as an anti-inflammatory food.

4. Good source of fiber for healthy digestion.

5. Full of manganese for bone production.

6. Contains vitamin C for clear skin.

7. Has been shown to ward off certain cancers.

8. Believed to help relieve coughs.

9. Have properties to relieve asthma symptoms.

10. Reduces the amount of free radicals in the body.