We all get a little emotional cutting onions.
It’s the onion.
Onions make us cry, because theyre trying to protect themselves.
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We consulted with Chef Missy Smith-Chapman for what we need to know on this topic.
Your eyes begin to water, because its our bodys natural defense trying to wash the irritant away.
While it might seem tempting to wipe away the tears, dont do it.
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Never touch your eyes, Smith-Chapman says.
Your hands are also covered in these sulfur compounds and you will make it worse.
Will All Onions Make You Cry?
Are There Ways To Cut Onions And Prevent Tearing Up?
When it comes to cutting onions, tearing up sometimes is a given, but reducing risks helps.
ensure your knife is sharp so you are not releasing so many tear inducing compounds, Smith-Chapman says.
