Garlic

( Allium sativum )

We all know garlic, the chef's best friend, and its most common side effect: bad breath. The sulfurous compounds in garlic are responsible for its notorious smell, but were once associated with its many healing properties. It is an anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-parasitic and anti-viral medicine, which made it a valuable remedy for a wide range of infections. It was also alleged to have cardiovascular properties, helping to lower blood pressure and cholesterol.

The cloves were eaten regularly to maintain healthy immunity or used at higher doses in the form of a decoction (a liquor made from concentrating the essence of the plant) or tincture. The Egyptians gave garlic to the pyramid workers and the Romans gave it to their soldiers in order to boost strength.













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