New scientific research has discovered the humble onion could be just what the doctor ordered to give our brains a boost. The research findings could prove valuable in the fight against aging and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, while also providing protection from the effects of modern life.

The scientific breakthrough comes from Hokkaido Tokai University in Japan, where researchers have discovered that a sulphur-containing compound found in onions has the potential to greatly improve memory impairment.