Onion Poultice on Feet?

According to the folk remedy, if you come down with a cold or the flu, all you have to do is slice a red or white onion into rounds, place them on the bottoms of your feet, and put on a pair of socks. Leave the socks on overnight as you sleep. In the morning, you'll wake up cured of your illness.

How do you make onion poultice?

Onion poultice: Dice 2-3 onions then steam them with a small amount of water until they are soft and partially clear. Let them cool to the point where they won't cause burns. Place the onions in a pillowcase and lay the pillowcase over the chest or back then cover with a heating pad for at least 20 minutes.

Is onion good for swelling?

Onion contains chemicals that seem to reduce swelling (inflammation), reduce lung tightness in people with asthma, and reduce levels of cholesterol and sugar in the blood.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.