Shallots help the elderly relieve cold symptoms.

"Shallots" small herbs, but many of you, especially in the face of colds, often ask the elderly. And cause nasal congestion. Breath Shallots are a hero that relieves such symptoms well. Although many people do not like to eat. Because I feel burned at the time of cooking. Or may cause bad breath and bad breath. If you consume the right amount in the form of flavors, it will make good health.

Food The Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital provided information that "shallots are the herbs used to flavor the food. And if used in moderation. That makes the health benefits of the consumer. Especially the elderly who are often cold very often during the rainy season. Because of the properties of shallots to relieve cold symptoms. By breathing more easily. That will help reduce nasal congestion as well. Importantly, there are antioxidants in the group. "Anthocyanin" found in red plants. Prevention of cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes, as well as degeneration of cells in the body and also help increase energy metabolism in the body as well.

Despite the advantages, but the consumption of shallots are the same. Especially the elderly who like to eat fried onion with fried chicken. If you eat too much, you will get fat instead. In addition, the elderly with kidney disease, which has high potassium in the body. The high consumption of red onion (in 100 g shallot, potassium, 334 mg or 7%) will cause potassium. And can cause harm to life. Because the element can not be removed from the body. In addition, it can cause bad breath and odor. The odor is expelled through the pores. Important to eat on a regular basis and will make the hair gray. They also cause blurred vision.

In conclusion, the elders and the general population should consume in appropriate quantities. In the form of food to help flavor and taste such as Tom Yum, scrambled fish, dried tamarind leaves, red curry or put in the food. It will make the elderly more appetite. It also relieves nasal congestion. Breathing is not very convenient. From food consumption Or shallots with hot water. And bring it lightly. As a cold It makes breathing open. My grandmother's eyes are starting to sore throat, and just breathe from the cold. Shallots are a good help.