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What are the Health Benefits of Garlic?

Garlic (Allium Sativum)

Garlic is a magical herb that has proven its effectiveness in almost all common ailments. It is very effective in heart diseases particularly in lowering cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. So if you are the one having high cholesterol, increase your garlic intake. It will also help you to reduce blood pressure. As garlic helps in reducing cholesterol and blood pressure, it also reduces the risk of heart attacks and heart diseases.

Chemical agents found in garlic are

• Allilin

• Allicin

• Diallyl disulphide

• Ferulic acid

• Saponin

• Beta Carotene

• Beta Sitosterol

• Phytic acid

Minerals found in garlic are

• Magnesium

• Phosphorus

• Calcium

• Selenium

• Zinc

• Folate

• Iron

• Potassium

Vitamins found in garlic are

• Niacin

• Ascorbic acid

• Thiamine

• Riboflavin

Garlic works as an antibiotic, antiviral, antifungal, antiseptic and a germicide. It is also an antioxidant, so diet rich in raw garlic fights against harmful free radicals. It improves blood circulation, and also helps in prolong erection. It is an excellent remedy for whooping cough. Syrups of garlic is given in doses of five drops to a teaspoonful two or three times a day in this condition.  Read more...