"Uncover the Health Benefits of Onions and How to Avoid Tears While Cutting"

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"Uncover the Health Benefits of Onions and How to Avoid Tears While Cutting"
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Experts explain that the stinging sensation when cutting onions is a defense mechanism of the plant, and offer various methods to reduce tears, such as using a fan, wearing goggles, chilling the onion, microwaving it, adding acids, and even lighting a candle. While some methods may work for some people, there is no guaranteed way to completely avoid tearing up while cutting onions.

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