Prevent yourself crying

Prevent yourself crying

What is the best way to prevent you from crying when cutting a onion?

Yes, there are many strange theories, which for me absolutely don't mean anything, such as scented candle light near cutting boards, or biting on wooden spoons!?

Yes, I can see the idea of candlesticks work a bit, because it will cover up the onions, but the idea of a spoon?

Does anyone know the logic behind that?

I can understand if it's a slice of bread or something, because it wants to absorb smoke.

Other ways suggest once it is peeled you need to put it in cold water for a while then cut it, or cut it under water flowing.

Also chilling it for half an hour or longer is said to help.

Chewing gum is another way to reduce the risk of crying, although I personally think the best way is to just wear goggles;

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