5 interesting facts about Garlic

1. Garlic is native to Central Asia.

2. Close relatives of garlic include the Onion, shallot, leek, chive and rakkyo.

3. China is the world’s largest producer of Garlic followed by India.

4. While the bulb is the primary edible part of Garlic, sometimes, the leaves, flowers and head are also eaten.

5. Due to its antimicrobial properties, garlic along with cinnamon is used as a fish and meat preservative.

5 interesting facts about Onions

1. It is believed that onions are native to Central Asia.

2. Over 170 countries produce onions as a agricultural product. China is the largest cultivator closely followed by India.

3. The stinging sensation caused by freshly cut onions is due to the presence of the volatile gas Syn-propanethial-S-oxide. This gas stimulates the nerves in the eyes.

4. Raw and cooked onions contain traces of sulfoxide. While not harmful to humans, this could potentially be deadly for dogs, cats, guinea pigs, monkeys and other animals.

5. Onions are also used in divination! Divination by onions is called Cromniomancy!