The famous ancient Greek physician Hippocrates used to prescribe garlic for treating a variety of medical conditions. Garlic has a sharp smell and many use it as a flavoring in cooking.
Its healing properties has been recognised throughout ancient and modern history. Modern science has recently confirmed its several health benefits and these include:
1. Garlic has compounds with medicinal properties
Straight from the onion family, garlic has its own distinctive taste and health benefits. It contains sulphur compounds, which are believed to cure certain ailments.
2. Though very nutritious, garlic has few calories
Garlic is low in calories but rich in vitamin C, vitamin B6 and manganese. It also contains trace amounts of various other nutrients.
3. Garlic builds strong immunity against flu and common cold. Its supplements helps prevent the occurrence of such health conditions.
4. Research shows that the high doses of garlic improves blood pressure for those with known high blood pressure (hypertension).
5. Garlic supplements reduce cholesterol levels, particularly in those who have high cholesterol.
6. Garlic contains antioxidants that protect against cell damage and aging. Taking garlic reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
7. Garlic has strong immunity against the build up of infections. It can counter common causes of chronic disease, so in every sense, it promotes longevity.
8. Garlic is good for detoxifying the body. A study showed that garlic significantly reduces lead toxicity and related symptoms in the body.
9. Garlic appears to have some benefits for bone health by increasing estrogen levels in females.
10. Garlic is delicious and easy to cook with. Use it to spice up dishes, your soups, sauces, dressings and more.