Onion tears are caused by a gas onions emit once cut. To avoid them, use a sharp knife, chill the onion, use special tools, ...

But Silvaroli is wary because the compounds responsible for the lachrymatory factor are the same flavorful organosulfur ...

Scientists have now discovered how a simple slice can send pungent aerosols flying across the kitchen. Their work not only ...

Researchers in the US have studied the physics of how cutting onions can produce a tear-jerking reaction.

Learn about the chemical reaction that makes you cry while chopping onions, a sensation that can be relieved with a certain ...

Scientists have finally unraveled the mystery behind onion tears, revealing a two-stage mist release. Cornell University ...

No longer will dinner prep be a tear-inducing experience if you follow these two tips from researchers from Cornell ...

The most popular culinary vegetable is the tomato. Next in line is the ubiquitous onion, the base ingredient for tons of ...

New research suggests using a thin, sharp knife and cutting slowly could help prevent crying while cutting onions. Pexels From wearing goggles to rubbing the knife with lemon juice, home cooks have ...

In the research, scientists cut onions using a special guillotine that could be fitted with different types of blades, as ...