Garlic is a very powerful medicinal plant that has been existing for centuries. It is used in most cuisines because of its aroma in food. Garlic is not only a kitchen spice.
It has a lot to offer.
1 Garlic is a powerful antibiotic
Garlic contains a compound called allicin which kills bacteria. when eaten it could offer some immunity against bacteria infection.
2 Garlic helps to control cholesterol levels
Consuming garlic is able to reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) in the body. This lowers the risk of developing heart diseases caused by bad cholesterol. Research has not yet been able to prove if garlic lowers triglycerides, another risk factor for heart disease.
3 Cough and cold
A study conducted by researchers showed that those who consumed about 2.5 grams of garlic extract per day had fewer days of sickness caused by cold.
Combining a mixture of garlic, ginger and honey is able to relieve the symptoms of cough.
4 Garlic may reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure
Consuming garlic has been shown to reduce the blood pressure of those who have high blood pressure. In order to prevent the development of high blood pressure is advisable to include garlic in food.
5 Garlic may help fight against cancer
Some studies have established a link between eating garlic and its ability to prevent certain types of cancer such as stomach and colon cancer.
6 Garlic can help in preventing hair loss
The compound called allicin is high in sulfur. This is being used as an ingredient in some hair loss products. You may make garlic into a past and rub on your scalp or mix garlic paste in olive oil and massage into your scalp.
7 Food poisoning
Fresh garlic has antibacterial properties and is able to kill some bacteria that causes food poisoning like E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus
Resources
http://authoritynutrition.com/11-proven-health-benefits-of-garlic/
http://www.realsimple.com/health/nutrition-diet/healthy-eating/health-benefits-garlic
http://www.rd.com/slideshows/13-surprising-benefits-of-garlic/
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2013/09/25/benefits-of-garlic_n_3990616.html