The Health Benefits of Garlic

A strong smelling pungent tasting bulb used as a flavoring in cooking and in herbal medicine the plant closely related to the onion that produces this bulb. Its close relatives include the onion’ shallot’ leek’ chive and Chinese onion. With a history of several thousand years of human consumption and use garlic is native to Central Asia and northeastern Iran and has long been a common seasoning worldwide. It was known to Ancient Egyptians and has been used both as a food flavoring and as a traditional medicine. The health benefits of garlic are innumerable. It helps fight heart ailments’ fight cold’ cough and lowers blood pressure. 

Of the 2 kinds of cholesterol LDL and HDL the former is bad for human health. Garlic rich in the allicin compound effectively prevents LDL cholesterol from oxidizing. All those who have high cholesterol levels should include this herb in their daily diet. Diabetes can harm the kidneys inhibit nervous system functions cause heart disorders and even lead to poor eyesight. The oil extracted from garlic may protect diabetic patients from these side effects. Garlic is an herbal ingredient for curing hypertension. When exposed to high levels of pressure the allicin present in it relaxes the blood vessels. It also fights against thrombosis by reducing platelet aggregation. Garlic is commonly used for curing ear aches as it has several antiviral antifungal and antibiotic properties. Its oil can be made at home by squeezing the juice of its cloves and adding it to olive oil. The mixture should be kept at room temperature for a few days but shouldn’t be saved indefinitely if made at home. Raw garlic is used to treat colds and coughs. At the very onset of a cold you should eat at least two crushed cloves of it which will thereby help in lessening the severity of your cold. Boiled garlic cloves are wonderful as an alternative asthma treatment. Each night before going to sleep a glass of milk with 3 boiled cloves of garlic can bring subsequent relief for patients with asthma. The asthma attacks may be brought under control by having crushed garlic cloves with malt vinegar as well. Half the people in the world suffer from mild to severe forms of acne. Garlic may be used along with other ingredients like honey cream and turmeric to treat acne scars and prevent the initial development of acne. Garlic acts as a cleanser and an antibiotic substance for soothing skin rashes. A hot fragrant spice made from the rhizome of a plant. It is chopped or powdered for cooking’ preserved in syrup or candied. Ginger is the root of a plant that is used to flavour food. It has a sweet spicy flavour and is often sold in powdered form. Ginger is one of the most ancient spices in worldwide cuisine. It has become well known for its various health benefits which include its ability to boost bone health strengthen the immune system increase your appetite prevent various types of cancer improve respiratory conditions aid digestion eliminate arthritis symptoms reduce excess gas enhance sexual activity and relieve pains related to menstrual disorders’ nausea and flu. Ginger and ginger tea is both good for stopping nausea and upset stomach including symptoms caused by pregnancy and chemotherapy. One possible minor side effect of drinking ginger tea is heartburn or stomach upset similar to how you feel when you eat chilies or other spicy foods. Combine ginger and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium high heat reduce to a simmer and cook partially covered until mixture is a dark color and smells strongly of ginger about 15 to 20 minutes total. Strain mixture into a mug. Stir in honey to taste and enjoy. In addition to increasing fat loss ginger may also help a person to feel satiated which in turn reduces food consumption. Also it's been proved that ginger works as a natural appetite suppressant which is the best way to lose weight. Natural appetite suppressants are safe and cause no rebound. Ginger is also a great hair conditioner. Rich in minerals and essential oils it makes hair more manageable softer and shinier. Besides ginger is a useful remedy for dandruff and dry itchy scalp. It contains natural anti inflammatory and antiseptic properties that help keep scalp healthy and clean. It contains around 50 antioxidant properties that prevent free radical damage and protect against aging. It also evens skin tone and improves elasticity. Whip up a bi weekly mask of equal parts grated or powdered ginger honey and fresh lemon juice. Leave it on for up to50 minutes and rinse to reveal radiant skin. Some people can have mild side effects including heartburn, diarrhea and general stomach discomfort. Some women have reported extra menstrual bleeding while taking ginger. Ginger is possibly safe when it is applied to the skin appropriately short term. It might cause irritation on the skin for some people. Because rosemary may have uterine and menstrual flow stimulant affects it is best to avoid using it. if you were to use rosemary in a large dose like that used in medicinal amounts it could be dangerous for your pregnancy. The same goes for herbs such as garlic sage ginger and turmeric.