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Garlic Cures Many Things!

Garlic cures all....well maybe not *all*..but definitely a lot. It's not just for keeping vampires away! Garlic has long been known for having anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-tumor properties,a which makes it a true gem among home remedies.

Garlic (Allium Sativum) is a member of the onion family. a The bulb of the plant is most commonly used, and each bulb is composed of several cloves. It is relatively easy to grow and in mild climates can be grown year-round.


Studies show that garlic consumption has many cardiovascular benefits, including lowering high blood pressure and high cholesterol. 2,3,8

Allicin is the component of garlic that has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. It is released when garlic is crushed, which is why raw garlic needs to be chewed to be most beneficial. Allicin tends to be unstable and break down easily, which is why many garlic supplements contain alliin (the precursor of allicin).c Allixin is the component of garlic that has anti-tumor properties.a

Garlic Supplements: If you do not want to smell like garlic, then garlic supplements might be the answer for you. Since garlic cures many diseases, it is well worth finding a way to make this wonder herb palatable. When buying garlic supplements, look for the amount of allicin released, and keep in mind that one garlic clove contains 24-56 mg of alliin.c

I LOVE deodorized garlic capsules! They are so EASY to use, really work and EVEN my kids take them! Kyolic Garlic Extract Capsules are my very favorite brand of deodorized garlic! We always make sure to have some on hand for when needed.

Medicinal Uses of Garlic: home remedies for allergies, angina, home remedies for asthma athletes foot home remedy, bee sting treatment, boil home remedies, natural cold remedies, constipation home remedy, diarrhea, home remedies for earache, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, home remedies for nail fungus, pinworms, psoriasis, ringworm home remedies, seasonal flu and swine flu, shingles, sinus infection home remedies, home remedies for sore throat, sties, stomach flu symptoms, home remedies for thrush, urinary tract infection home remedy, ulcers, varicose veins, home remedies for warts, home remedies for yeast infections. Pets: worms, home remedies for fleas.

Warnings: Do not use garlic supplements if you are on anti-coagulant medication or before undergoing surgery. Do not use if taking hypoglycemic drugs. 8. Do not use if you are taking HIV medications.b If you are breastfeeding, raw garlic may give your milk a "garlic taste"..however most babies do not mind this. In large amounts, garlic may stimulate contractions in the uterus, so do not use while pregnant. 7
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