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One girl placed a clove of crushed garlic on the sore skin, went to sleep and couldn’t believe it in the morning. Garlic is one of the most effective natural remedies. But it doesn’t have to be eaten only to protect you from bacteria and infections. Its other functions are also very effective.
Try putting garlic under a plaster
If you’re troubled by some pain or have a sore, you can help yourself with garlic. Just crush a piece and place it under a plaster that you apply to the skin or to the area where you have a bump or sore. It acts antibacterial on pimples that are the result of the human papillomavirus. You’ll treat the skin even better with garlic if you leave it on the skin overnight. Change the plaster and the garlic every day for two weeks and you’ll see that your pain disappears.
Garlic contains more than 400 active substances, which is why it is popular not only among cooks who like to add it to various dishes, but also for home remedies. It is rich in vitamins A, B1 and C. It is full of minerals, contains fiber, amino acids, and essential oils. By consuming it you also get iron, iodine, potassium, calcium and phosphorus.
Garlic is a superfood
It has been proven that garlic, more precisely its compound allicin, belongs to strong antibiotics that can cure illnesses such as the flu and colds. By consuming it daily you also strengthen your immune system, and it has a low calorie content. Its active compounds contribute to lowering blood pressure and reducing cholesterol levels. Among other things, garlic:
- Extends life and has a beneficial effect on health
- Positively affects athletic performance
- Contains antioxidants that help prevent dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
That’s just a small list of reasons to consume garlic. Another advantage is how easy it is to grow: just place it in water, wait for it to sprout and you can transplant it into a pot. It can even be frozen and used all year round. You can use it in spreads, sauces or salads.
