This refreshing drink is a flavorful way to enjoy onions as part of a healthy diet.
Ingredients
- 1 medium red onion
- 2 cups water
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Step 1: Prepare the Onion
Peel and slice the onion.
Step 2: Simmer
Add the onion to a saucepan with the water.
Simmer gently for 10–15 minutes.
Step 3: Strain
Strain into a mug or pitcher.
Step 4: Add Lemon
Stir in fresh lemon juice if desired.
Serve warm or chilled.
What This Drink Cannot Do
Despite online claims, onion drinks do not:
- Detox the kidneys
- Dissolve kidney disease
- Reverse kidney failure
- Eliminate kidney stones
- Cure urinary tract infections
- Replace dialysis or prescribed medications
These claims are not supported by scientific evidence.