Fiber
Just like with all vegetables, onions is a source of fiber. Dietary fiber is great for those with diabetes as it helps to keep bowels active and prevents constipation. If you’re prone to constipation because of diabetes related problems, then consuming onions is good for you. Moreover, a diet that’s rich in fiber can help to lower your blood’s cholesterol level and therefore, minimize your chances of heart diseases. 100g of common onions gives you 1.7 grams of dietary fiber. 100g of sweet onions give you only 0.9 grams of dietary fiber.
Vitamins and Minerals In Onions
Onions have a moderate amount of Vitamin C or Ascorbic Acid. It also provides other nutrients such as Vitamin A and Folate, as well as Niacin. Spring onion or scallion is the best source of vitamin C of all onions. Half a cup of spring onions is enough to provide you with up to 9.4 mg of Vitamin C.
