Many people use garlic, but they probably do not know its benefits exactly, and may encourage this knowledge of not using garlic to reconsider their exclusion from their dishes.
Ancient Egyptians, Babylonians, Greeks, Romans and Chinese have always used garlic as medicine, according to Standard Media.
The medicinal value of the garlic is in the sulfur compound known as alicine, which is formed when the garlic clove is sliced, crushed or chewed, a compound also responsible for the smell of garlic that is not liked.
Garlic contains substances to reduce fat, prevent blood clotting, fight high blood pressure, curb cancer, and act as an antioxidant and microbial, according to Peter McClasky, founder of the Toronto Garlic Festival.
Research shows that garlic fights colds and strengthens the immune system, also significantly reduces blood pressure. Doctors say adding garlic to your diet regularly protects against various types of cancer, including colon and stomach cancer.
Research also suggests that anti-bacterial garlic may help prevent food poisoning by killing bacteria.
Because of the anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties of garlic, it can also be used to treat foot. You can soak your feet in garlic water or rub the raw garlic on your feet to keep them healthy.
Research in India also suggests that garlic can be used as a mosquito repellent, by placing it directly on the skin or keeping it near your bed.
In addition to being anti-oxidant, garlic reduces cholesterol and blood pressure and helps prevent Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
Garlic is recommended to reduce fatigue and improve the ability to work, and some people use it today to reduce fatigue caused by severe exercise.
It remains to be noted that most of the health benefits of garlic are larger in its fresh form, ie without being cooked or stored for a long time.
