How do you prevent your eyes from watering when cutting onions?

Ok I have heard of several ways to prevent yourself form crying while cutting up onions. Here are a few: Place a napkin between your lips and just hold it there while cutting. Run the water while cutting, * you have to be near the sink* LOL This one is my husbands favorite: Light a candle and cut the ooions next to it. This one is my favorite: have my husband cut the onions! LOL

Hey!!! I never cut onions... My mom cuts them... So whenever she cuts them.... i go way from her... so thats my way of preventing my eyes from watering when my mom cuts onions...

I've heard from a couple of sources that if you run the onion under cold water before you cut it, it cuts down on the fumes that come out when you cut the onion. I've also heard that you should cut it under water, that way no fumes can come out while you are cutting it.

Hello,Pit! I have heard that when you are cutting an onion put a chocolate in your mouth and you will not shed tears.this I have heard but not experimented as tears never come over my eyes while cutting onions.try this.thanx.

I love the idea of having the husband or maid cut the onions, but since I don't have either, I cut them under running water, or put them in the freezer for about 10 to 15 minutes before cutting. Or just cry.

What I have found to work is a sewing needle or pin. Yes a needle or pin. Place the pin or needele between your lips, holding it in place with your teeth, much like you would a toothpick. This works wonders. When I cut onions, I use a pin and give the children little metal spoons to suck on. Now they watch me when I cut onions. Give it a try.