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Generations before us already knew that garlic is medicinal. That is why it has been cultivated for thousands of years. It has strong antibiotic and antiviral effects. It can also be used successfully for other illnesses where we would otherwise take drugs made from chemical substances. For example, it can regulate high blood pressure, clean vessels of deposits, affect digestion, and strengthen the immune system. And that’s not all. As research into its effects continues, we will discover other areas where garlic can be used in place of artificial medicines.
What substances does garlic contain?
Garlic contains primarily sulfur compounds. According to studies, more than 100 compounds have been identified. Also, one clove contains 5 mg of calcium, 12 mg of potassium, and also germanium, which helps our heart maintain a regular rhythm. For some people this element is so strong that they cannot consume raw garlic. It is therefore enough to put it in your mouth and suck on it for at least 10 minutes. Or slice a clove into thin slices and put it on buttered bread instead of salami. That way it can be consumed more easily.
When is it best to consume it?
For those who can manage it, the best time is right in the morning on an empty stomach. Not only will it disinfect our oral cavity, where bacteria and viruses have multiplied overnight, but it will do the same in the stomach, and because the stomach is empty, all the substances contained in garlic will be absorbed and used. Anyone who suffers from a stomach condition should be cautious before starting to eat it.
What can it treat?
Besides helping against colds and high blood pressure, it is the best helper in the fight against inflammation. Those who suffer from arthritis could not do better; other uses include fungal diseases, HPV, or bacterial infections. It also helps with lung diseases, bronchitis, pneumonia, and coughs. You can see that its use in medicine is extremely broad. It is certainly much cheaper and less dangerous for the human body than chemical preparations, whose use may help us, but only by removing the consequences of the disease. They almost never cure the symptoms. In addition, they are expensive, their production burdens the environment, and when their residues after consumption end up in the water, they can pose a threat to nature. As mentioned, you can try consuming it with food so the body gets used to the influx of all the substances. If you manage that, try tasting it plain, and then eat something afterwards. Eventually it will not be a problem for you to gobble a clove on an empty stomach in the morning, and you will soon feel its effect.
