Garlic (Allium sativum L.) medicinal uses , home remedies and health benefits

Garlic (Allium sativum L.) health benefits and medicinal properties are well known from years. In Ayurveda it is considered as a powerful antibiotic. It has been used as a preventive medicine for common cold and flu. It was clinically proven than garlic can reduce blood pressure. Organically grown garlic has a high sulphur content and are more beneficial for health.Its known side effects are

It can be allergic to few people, if you suspect that you are allergic to it , consult the doctor.
Raw, crushed garlic can cause skin burns .
Allicin is very strong on Garlic which may irritate your digestive track, so don’t over use it.
Body order and bad breath are another common side effects of Garlic.

Medicinal benefits of Garlic

Garlic is considered as an effective medicine for cholesterol control.
Garlic act as anti fungal if applied on skin (but take care of skin burns) .
Garlic is a good blood thinning agent.
Preliminary studies suggest that regular use of garlic can lower the chance of developing several type of cancer.
It is considered as a good home remedy for high blood pressure.

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