Indian curries
are incomplete without garlic – a simple ingredient with packed health
benefits. It is very strong and bitter but adds an unbelievable flavour to the
cuisine. Any description of garlic is incomplete without mentioning its medicinal
values.i came across the benfits of garlic and thought i will share it with you! To those who did not know about garlic just like me.. here it goes!!
Antibacterial
and Antiviral
Garlic is most
well-known for its antibacterial and antiviral properties. They help control
bacterial, viral, fungal, yeast and worm infections. Fresh garlic is thought to
play a role in preventing food poisoning by killing bacteria like E. coli,
Salmonella enteritidis, etc.
To
treat skin infections
Garlic may
help treat fungal skin infections like ringworm and athlete’s foot.
Blood
thinning
The
anti-clotting properties of garlic help in preventing the formation of blood
clots in the body. Hence, it may also increase the risk of bleeding after
surgery.
Reduce
blood pressure
Helps our
blood vessels contract thereby increasing the blood pressure.Allicin
Protect
heart
Garlic
protects our heart against cardiovascular problems like heart attacks and
atherosclerosis.
Combat
allergies
Garlic is
known to have anti-inflammatory property. It can help the body fight against
allergies. Raw garlic juice may be used to immediately stop the itching due to
rashes and bug bites.
Remedy
for respiratory problems
Daily use of
garlic might reduce the frequency and number of colds. Its antibacterial
properties help in treating throat irritations. Garlic may also reduce the
severity of upper respiratory tract infections. Its benefits in disorders of
the lungs like asthma, difficulty of breathing, etc. make it a priceless
medicine. Its ability to promote expectoration makes it irreplaceable in
chronic bronchitis.
Diabetes
Garlic
increases insulin release and regulates blood sugar levels in diabetics.
Effective
against warts and corns
Applying fat
dissolving garlic extracts to corns on the feet and warts on the hands is
thought to improve these conditions.
Cancer
prevention
Daily intake
of garlic has been found to lower risk of most types of cancer.
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