◆Protect your blood vessels with new onions!

April is the season when spring vegetables are delicious.

Among them, new onions are a representative spring vegetable.

JA Aichi Economic Federation will hold the event on April 10th.

It's called "New Onion Day."

Onions are harvested (in season) twice a year, in spring and autumn. Seeds are usually sown in autumn and harvested in May or June. These onions are harvested early, around March or April, to become new onions, which are less spicy. Onions grown in Hokkaido are in season in autumn, and are sown in spring and harvested in autumn. Hokkaido onions are known as autumn onions because of the large yields.

◆Onions: synonymous with "thin blood"

Onions are not only delicious, but are also known for thinning the blood. What are the components that thin the blood?

・Quercetin: Protects blood vessels from active oxygen (the cause of aging). Drinking the peel as tea has recently become a trend.

- Allyl sulfide: Dissolves blood clots and keeps blood vessel walls flexible, improving blood flow.

Onions contain many components that protect blood vessels, making them a powerful ally in maintaining good health. New onions are characterized by their sweetness and crunchy texture. They are also juicy and rich in water, so they are recommended for adding to salads and pickled dishes.