Green Onion
Allium cepa
Conditionally Safe
evidence: limited
Scientific Summary
Green onions (Allium cepa var. orca) are a member of the onion family, harvested from the young shoots and small bulbs of the plant. They are used mainly as a culinary herb and contain naturally occurring compounds that can help lower blood sugar, improve cholesterol profiles, and support heart health. People with an allergy to onions or who are taking blood‑thinning medications should use green onions cautiously, and excessive consumption can sometimes cause stomach irritation.
Source: WHO Monographs on Selected Medicinal Plants (Vols 1-3), Trease & Evans Pharmacognosy 16th ed, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/green_onion
