Garlic Dietary and Health Benefits

There are many health benefits of having garlic, these include: lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, an anti-inflammatory effect, stronger immune system and can reduce the risk of cancer.

The most effective way to eat garlic is by swallowing a small piece of garlic with a full glass of lukewarm water. Ensure the whole garlic is crushed, chewed or sliced before eaten. Starting your day like this is great and it is also a great way to kick start your metabolism too.

Garlic is great to have in small amounts on a daily basis; however eating too much can cause heartburn, blood pressure issues, vomiting, body odour, bad breath and constipation. This shows that garlic is great to consume but there are some side effects you need to be aware of. 

Research has shown that you can benefit the most from eating 2-3 garlic cloves a day, so that’s one clove 2 or 3 times a day. Or, if you’re taking garlic supplement then a normal dose would be 600 to 1200 mg a day. 

• Choose the freshest bulbs
• Store it right
• Chop it for your health
• Minimize garlic breath by chewing on mint leaves, lettuce and apples

It is known that to get the most nutrients and goodness from garlic is to leave it prepared for 10mins before cooking it.  

Raw garlic helps reduce different diseases for the body. Its elements within protect us from aging and also any cell damage; it also has the effect of reducing cholesterol and blood pressure as well as its properties preventing the risk of brain diseases.

Raw garlic helps reduce different diseases for the body. Its antioxidants protect against aging and any cell damage; it also has the effect of reducing cholesterol and blood pressure as well as its antioxidant properties helping to reduce the risk of brain diseases. 

If you are trying to gain all of the beneficial properties from garlic, it is best to eat it raw. Majority of its beneficial effects come from an enzyme that gives it its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-tumour properties.

Garlic acts as a strong antibiotic if eaten on an empty stomach. It’s great to eat before breakfast as the bacteria is exposed and cannot defend itself from the garlic. 

The combination of garlic and water is known to help detoxify your body. It clears your body of any toxins and helps prevent diseases like depression, diabetes and different types of cancers.

Garlic is a major ingredient which is loaded with vitamin B6 and C, manganese, fibre and calcium and plays a big role when managing weight. It helps with weight control by keeping you fuller for longer and saves you from overeating. The compounds associated between garlic and fat-burning helps to stimulate the fat-burning process.

To help lose weight it is advised to consume 2/3 crushed garlic with water or you can consume garlic with lime juice on an empty stomach.

By eating garlic it helps to boost the number of virus-fighting t-cells in the bloodstream and as garlic is used as an antibacterial, antiseptic and antifungal ingredient it can help towards defending against or destroying viruses. 

Research does show that garlic and garlic supplements are known to boost the function of the immune system. It helps to prevent and reduce the severity of a common illness like a common cold or the flu. 

Garlic can fight infectious diseases that are common causes of death especially in the elderly or for those who have dysfunctional immune systems. Garlic having beneficial effects on major risk factors shows it makes sense that it could help for people to live longer.

Garlic helps for you to fall asleep faster as it contains zinc and high concentrations of sulphur compounds which promotes relaxation in the body. It can also help towards clearing blocked nasal passages if you’re suffering a cold, as it eases your breathing and reduces your snoring.