Heal Thyself

Ah, the onion. You might think of it as nothing but a tear-inducing nuisance when you're cooking, but this vegetable has life-saving powers. Studies have shown it can stall the growth of liver and colon cancer cells, as well as ease allergy irritation in the bronchial tubes of asthma sufferers.

Whether you're a lover of red onions or its scallion (green onion) rival, both varieties contain sulfur-rich compounds with healing properties.

In Other News:

Brittle Bones? Peel an Onion:
Swiss scientists found that onions can decrease bone loss, which is promising news for older women suffering from osteoporosis.

Garlic for Good Luck:
From regulating cholesterol to driving away the mosquitos (and vampires!), garlic also contains allicin, a strong antioxidant. So and garnish your dishes with this pungent vegetable.