Garlic

Blood cleanser, lowers blood fats, natural antibiotic

Garlic is a magical herb that has proven its effectiveness in almost all common ailments. It is very effective in heart diseases particularly in lowering cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. So if you are the one having high cholesterol, increase your garlic intake. It will also help you to reduce blood pressure. As garlic helps in reducing cholesterol and blood pressure, it also reduces the risk of heart attacks and heart diseases.

Garlic works as an antibiotic, antiviral, antifungal, antiseptic and a germicide. It is also an antioxidant, so diet rich in raw garlic fights against harmful free radicals. It improves blood circulation, and also helps in prolong erection. It is an excellent remedy for whooping cough. Syrups of garlic is given in doses of five drops to a teaspoonful two or three times a day in this condition.

Garlic helps in preventing blood clots especially if you are prone to blood clots in the legs. It also helps in regulating blood sugar. It helps in relieving the symptoms of dizziness, shortness of breath and the formation of gas within the digestive track. According to some researches - smokers with high garlic intake have a relatively lower stomach cancer risk than smokers with low garlic intake. It is thought that the allyl sulfur compounds present in garlic prevents cancer by slowing or preventing the growth of the cancer tumor cells.

Apart from above, garlic is a wonderful herb that is very effective in treating various disorders and helps in improving the performance of the body. Below are some conditions in which garlic is very helpful -

• Infections
• Fungal infection
• Hyperlipidemia
• High cholesterol levels
• Indigestion
• Diabetes
• Impotence
• Decreased sperm count
• Worm infestation
• Cancer
• Blood disorders
• Decreased body immunity

Garlic is one of the oldest known medicinal plants, and also one of the most effective remedies to lower blood pressure. It also slows the pulse and modifies the heart rhythm, besides relieving the symptoms of dizziness, shortness of breath and the formation of gas within the digestive track. It has an antiseptic effect and is an excellent remedy for infectious diseases and inflammations of the stomach and intestine.

Garlic reduces the risk of esophageal, stomach, and colon cancer. Garlic is classified as both an herb and a vegetable. It is very frequently used in cooking food. It can be sautéed to create a nutty, savory taste; poached to create a mild flavor; oven-roasted to bring out the nutty flavor with a caramelized quality; fried to create a crisp exterior; or grilled to create a soft, smoky flavor.

Health Benefits of Garlic

• It is very effective in the treatment of high cholesterol and other heart related problems.
• It helps in secretions of digestive enzymes.
• It works as natural antibiotic by curbing bacterial infection and its growth.
• It helps in reducing infections on open and bleeding wounds and also promotes healing.
• It helps in nervous disorders live paralysis as it suppresses vata, which is the main cause of nervine disorders.
• It also helps in improving sexual health and works as aphrodisiac..
• It works as rasayan that is the substance, which helps in getting good health with long life.
• It has been used since ages as natural dewormer in children.
• It is also very beneficial to cancer patients as it inhibits growth of cancerous cell.

Disclaimer: This article is not meant to provide health advice and is for general information only. Always seek the insights of a qualified health professional before embarking on any health program.