Herbs
Garlic (Allium Sativum)
| A.K.A.: |
Clove garlic, Poor-man's-treacle |
| Part Used: |
Bulb |
| Properties: |
Adaptogen, Alterative, Antibiotic, Anticoagulant, Antifungal, Antineoplastic, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Blood Purifier, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Rebefacient, Stimulant, Vulerary |
| Primary nutrients: |
Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Sodium, Sulphur, Vitamins A, B-complex and C |
| Primary Applications: |
Asthma, Blood Pressure/high, Blood Impurities, Bronchitis, Cancer, Candidiasis, Circulation/poor, Colds, Colitis, Coughs, Disease-Infections, Ear Infections, Fevers, Flu, Fungus, Gastric Disorders, Heart Disease, Indigestion, Infection, Liver Disorders, Lung Disorders, Parasites, Poisoning/blood, Prostate Problems, Respiratory Problems, Staph/strep infections |
| Secondary Applications: |
Acne, Allergies, Arthritis, Childhood Diseases, Diabetes, Diarrhea, Edema, Emphysema, Gallbladder problems, Hypoglycemia, Insomnia,, Kidneys, Pneumonia, Sinus Problems, Ulcers, Warts, Worms |
Garlic is nature's antibiotic. It is effective against bacteria that may be resistant to other antibiotics, and it stimulates the lymphatic system to throw off waste material. Unlike other antibiotics, garlic does not destroy the body's natural flora. Instead, it has the ability to stimulate cell growth and activity, thus rejuvenating all bodily functions. Research has discovered many benefits of garlic. Louis Pasteur found that garlic contains antibiotic properties. Albert Schweitzer used garlic, when in Africa, for treating amebic dysentery and as an antiseptic in preventing infections.
Garlic is known to be effective in inhibiting bacterial growth and many different strains of Mycobacterium, viruses, worms and fungi.
Garlic is linked to lower incidence of cardiovascular disease. It has been found to reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, lower blood pressure, increase immunity and reduce blood's clotting ability. Garlic was able to benefit individuals suffering from peripheral arterial occlusive disease, blood clots in the legs.
Antitumor properties are found in garlic and studies have shown it has the ability to inhibit the growth of cancer causing nitrosamine.
- Known to stimulate the lymphatic system to throw off waste material.
- Works to relieve pain resulting from insect bites.
- Rids the respiratory tract of phlegm and works to rid the bowels of parasites.
- Works to combat viruses.
- Helps to control disorders in blood.
- Strengthens the heart, it also nourishes and has a positive effect on the stomach, spleen and lungs.
- Lowers cholesterol and tryglyceride levels
- Lowers blood pressure
- Anticoagulant
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