Are Dehydrated Onions Bad For You?
Also Known As: dried onions
Short answer
Containing various essential nutrients and low amounts of sodium, calories, and fat, dehydrated onions may be a healthier choice than most other flavoring aids.
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Very beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B+' may have a few harmful qualities to pay attention to.
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Category 'A'
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Side effects are rare. Things rated an 'A+' are typically necessary for survival (for example, water).
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. A few harmful qualities may be associated, but only under certain circumstances such as an allergic reaction.
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Harmful qualities may be associated, but aren't usually serious.
It is important to note that even the best things in life can become bad in immoderate amounts. So, although something may be rated an 'A+', overconsumption/overdoing can bring unwanted effects.
Category 'B'
Very beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B+' may have a few harmful qualities to pay attention to.
Overall beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B' may have some harmful qualities to pay attention to.
More beneficial to your health than not. However, harmful qualities are most likely associated and shouldn't be overlooked.
The main difference between category 'A' and category 'B' is the harmful qualities typically present in 'B' items. Serious side effects are usually uncommon, but are still possible and should be taken note of.
Category 'C'
Both beneficial and harmful qualities associated. Things rated a 'C+' are typically a bit more on the beneficial side. Still, moderation is important.
A fairly even ratio of beneficial and harmful qualities. Moderation is important. Very general topics that can lean towards both sides of the spectrum will be placed here as well. Rice, for example, can be good or bad depending on the type.
More harmful than beneficial. Side effects are common, especially when consumed/done excessively. Moderation is very important.
Category 'C' usually denotes to both good and bad qualities. When it comes to this category, it is important to keep this word in mind: moderation.
Category 'D'
Harmful to your health. Although benefits may be associated, the bad most likely outweighs the good. Moderation is very important.
Harmful to your health. A few benefits may be associated, but the bad outweighs the good. Moderation is extremely important.
Harmful to your health. Very few, if any, benefits are present. Things in this category should be avoided as much as possible.
Category 'D' is typically for things that are more harmful than beneficial. While consuming/doing something unhealthy once in a blue moon shouldn't hurt, we definitely recommend eliminating 'D' items as a regular part of your routine/diet.
Category 'F'
Category 'F' is for things that fail to bring anything beneficial to the table, and are very harmful to your health. We recommend completely avoiding anything in this category. Long-term side effects of 'F' items are usually very serious.
Category 'N'
'N' stands for neutral. Things placed into this category are generally (a) neither good nor bad for you, or (b) lack the necessary evidence to reach any conclusions.
Long answer
Dehydrated onions are commonly included in recipes and function to flavor food a bit more intensely. However, they may be more than just flavoring aids, as research shows that dehydrated onions can offer health benefits in the form of essential nutrients. First of all, dehydrated onions are very low in sodium, fat, and calories. Unlike many other spices and flavoring aids, dehydrated onions contain only two milligrams of salt per teaspoon. Therefore, consuming dehydrated onions in your food rather than other spices with more sodium can help you ensure that you do not exceed your recommended daily sodium intake.
A teaspoon-sized serving of dehydrated onions contains just eight calories and zero fat. Again, because they are so low in sodium, fat, and calories, consuming dehydrated onions in place of other spices can help you lower your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
Dehydrated onions also contain many beneficial nutrients, including calcium, potassium, and magnesium. One serving contains nine milligrams of calcium and three milligrams of magnesium, both of which help promote strong bones and healthy muscle functioning. Furthermore, each serving contains twenty-four milligrams of potassium, which aids in the regulation of blood pressure and promotes smooth digestion. Although dehydrated onions only contain a small percentage of the daily recommended intake for each of these nutrients, just remember that every little bit counts.
Possible short-term side effects
- intestinal gas
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heartburn
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allergic reaction
Benefits
- decreases risk of heart disease
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decreases risk of high blood pressure
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decreases risk of diabetes
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promotes healthy digestion
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promotes strong bones
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helps with the regulation of blood sugar
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helps keep muscles functioning properly
Our Wellness Pick
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Frontier Organic Chopped Onion
- Dried sweet onion
- Organic quality
- Kosher certified
- Sustainably grown
- Convenient 1lb size
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Written by Shaylie F
Published on: 01-01-2016
Last updated: 12-15-2023
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