Garlic – Benefits and How to Combat Garlic Breath

Garlic is belongs to the genus Allium and us closely related to the onion, scallion, chive, leek and shallot. It is known for its antimicrobial, antiviral, antibacterial (broad spectrum) properties. It has even been found to be effective against antibiotic resistant strains and strep infections.

It can be used raw topically for skin infections and athletes foot due to its antibacterial action.

Garlic is highly antioxidant and highly anti-inflammatory. Great for cardiovascular system, lowers blood pressure and lowers cholesterol. It is slightly blood thinning, good for those who are prone to clots and strokes.

Good news for those who have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes as it lowers blood sugar levels.

With all these amazing benefits, makes it very useful to ward off various cancers.

The best way to take Garlic medicinally is to chop up a clove, let it sit for 10 minutes (this is when the medicinal qualities really start to develop) then eat. If you really can’t stomach the taste of raw Garlic, mix in a little honey to help it go down.

Finally the question that everyone asks, “how do I get rid of Garlic breath?!” Chew fresh sprigs of parsley or what we as a family find to be very effective is to chew some Fennel seed.