Reading Time: 4 minutes   Tears streaming down our faces while chopping onions have puzzled us for centuries. Though common, the science behind this remains a mystery. What causes it? Why do some cry more than others? Let’s dive into the fascinating world of … Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Tears often come when chopping onions. But, worry not! There are ways to keep those eyes dry. Let’s uncover some onion-cutting tricks. Why do our eyes get watery when we slice onions? It releases a gas called SPE. With more … Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Onion fumes – a real nuisance for home cooks! Are they bad for us? Let’s explore this fragrant topic. Many of us know the eye-burning, nose-stinging feeling when cutting onions. These fumes contain a volatile chemical named syn-propanethial-S-oxide (try saying … Read More

Reading Time: 9 minutes Why do chefs weep while cutting onions? The answer is a compound released by the onion when it’s cut. This is called syn-propanethial-S-oxide. It irritates our eyes and produces tears. This is nature’s way of protecting the plant from predators. … Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Onions – found in almost every kitchen – can do more than just add flavor. We’ll explore how they can benefit our eye health. How can these humble bulbs help? Quercetin, a compound in onions, has antioxidant properties. These help … Read More

Reading Time: 7 minutes I’ll need the original text you’d like me to rephrase. Please provide the text, and I’ll be happy to assist you! Onions have caused eye irritation for centuries, leaving many to ponder the history behind it. From cutting to chopping, … Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Onions are a popular ingredient in many dishes – but they often leave us in tears! Is there a type of onion that won’t cause this reaction? Let’s investigate! It turns out that some onion varieties contain lower levels of … Read More