BENEFITS OF GARLIC – (BODY, SKIN, HAIR, NAILS)

Garlic, (Allium sativum), is a bulbous perennial plant related to onions, chives, leeks and shallots. The bulb grows underground with long green shoots emerging above. It’s bulb consist of small sections called cloves. The plants are hearty, pest and disease resistant. Two subspecies are hardneck and softneck. Hardneck garlic is grown in cooler climates, softneck in warmer climates. Garlic is grown around the world, it help in heart attack, chalostrol

Garlic has been used for making culinary dishes and medicinally for centuries. It’s rich in compounds: allicin, sulphur, zinc and calcium. It has a rich mineral source of selenium.

Garlic is a common flavoring in food. High organosulfur compounds in raw garlic are responsible for its strong, pungent, odor. Some scientist suggest using it as a food additive, can prevent food poisoning. Fresh garlic can kill bacteria: E-coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Salmonella enteritidis.

How you prepare it for culinary uses can make a difference in whether or not you’re receiving, maximum, health benefits. To reap full health benefits use it immediately after crushing. Crushed garlic releases an enzyme, alliinase, causing the formation of a colorless liquid, allicin. Allicin is a health beneficial, organosulfur, compound. Finely chopped and crushed forms increases allicin production.

Raw garlic is often cooked before eaten. Research indicates cooking heat inactivates alliinase, diminishing health benefits of garlic. Some research claims microwaving garlic, completely, destroys allicin. “The Journal of Nutrition”, published in 2001, indicates 60 seconds of microwave heat and 45 minutes of oven heat both block garlic’s anti-carcinogenic activity. Crushing it and allowing stand time of 10 minutes before 60 seconds of microwave heat, preserves some anti-carcinogenic activity. Crushing garlic allows time for alliinase to work before heat inactivates it.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF GARLIC

Anti-viral, Antioxidant, Anti-bacterial, Anti-clotting, Anti-inflammatory, Reduce Blood Pressure, Protect Heart, Lower LDL Cholesterol, Regulate Blood Sugar, Lower Risk of Cancer, Improve Iron Metabolism, Increase Circulation, Prevent Weight Gain, Boost Immune System, Reduce Atherosclerosis.
Garlic is used for different ailments: common cold, fever, coughs, headache, sinus congestion, gout, asthma, bronchitis, stomach ache, rheumatism, stress, fatigue and more.

TIPS

– Learn how to grow garlic, organically.

– Store garlic as indicated on package. Store fresh garlic away from light and moisture.

– Garlic is available in clove form, capsules, tablets and an oil. It’s found in products, with an odor or odorless. Odorless products are made by aging garlic, which are generally less effective.

– Garlic is generally safe for most people when taken orally. Know the proper dosage and do not exceed it. Use it as directed on package, by your health care provider or pharmacist.

BENEFITS OF GARLIC – (Skin)

Garlic has large amounts of allicin with anti-fungal, anti-aging, antioxidant and skin smoothing benefits. Allicin increases antioxidant levels, combating free radicals that cause skin damage. Prevent pre-mature aging skin. Combat fine lines and wrinkles. Reduce free radicals. Improve firmness, tightness and overall appearance of skin. The allicin and sulphur content in garlic increases skin’s elasticity. The sulphur content enhances blood flow, giving skin a natural glow.

Topical use of garlic oil or gel treats fungal infections: ringworm, jock itch and Athlete’s foot. Some people use it for treating warts and corns, but its effectiveness is uncertain. Prevent tick bites. Prevent the appearance of stretch marks. Get rid of blackheads, reduce pore size, combat acne.

CAUTION! Do not apply a thick layer of garlic oil/gel to skin. Over exposure to garlic can damage skin, burning and blistering it. Do not use if allergic to garlic.

BENEFITS OF GARLIC – (Hair)

The allicin in garlic increases blood circulation to the scalp. Reduce hair fall and stimulate new hair growth. Reinforce hair roots, remove scalp toxins and enhance hair texture. Get rid of dandruff and prevent its re-occurrence.

DIY GARLIC RECIPE: Add a clove of garlic to your shampoo or conditioner for use once a month. CAUTION! Excessive use of garlic in shampoo/conditioner can cause dryness of hair/scalp. Add small amount of honey to combat the garlic scent. Honey is a natural hair conditioner too.

BENEFITS OF GARLIC – (Nails)

– Get Rid of Yellowing.

– Prevent Cuticle Infections.

– Get Rid of Dull or Brittle Nails.

DIY GARLIC RECIPE: Add few drops of garlic oil to cuticle cream/lotion.

GARLIC CAUTIONS!

Garlic isn’t recommended in all situations. Consider safety tips and cautions before use. Garlic hasn’t been thoroughly evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, (FDA), for safety, purity or effectiveness. All of garlic’s potential risks may not be known. The FDA states garlic/garlic oil as “GRAS” substances, generally recognized as safe for public use.

– Do not give garlic supplements to children. Consult physician, first.

– Consult your health care provider before use, especially, if you have plant allergies.

– Do not take garlic supplements when pregnant or breast-feeding, since its effects on unborn or nursing infants are unknown.

– Raw garlic can have side effects: bad breath, burning sensation in mouth or stomach, heartburn, gas, nausea, vomiting, body odor and diarrhea.

– Can increase or prolong the risk of bleeding. It can affect blood clotting and blood sugar levels. Consult your health care provider before taking garlic, if you have a bleeding or blood clotting disorder or diabetes. Consult your health care provider if on blood thinning or other medications.