Garlic

Latin Name: Allium sativum

Common Name: Garlic, Poor Man's Treacle.

Usage: Garlic helps to lower cholesterol. It is also useful in colds and flu, ringworm, intestinal worms, and for liver, gallbladder, and digestive support.

History: Garlic is without a doubt one of man's most useful original herbal medicines. The first written record of Garlic is roughly 5,000 years old. The list of ailments it has effectively been used to treat is so extensive space does not permit a complete listing. It bears an outstanding reputation in the treatment of circulatory problems, weak digestion, and warding off respiratory problems.

Additional Information

The therapeutic effects of Garlic have been scientifically validated in the area of cholesterol and triglyceride lowering, as well as its strong antimicrobial properties. Research in Germany, India, France, China, England and the United States demonstrate consistent results proving the efficacy and safety of Garlic even in high doses. Known as a yang tonic in Chinese medicine, Garlic will stimulate appetite and metabolism, clear toxins, and act as an antimicrobial agent of the mucous membranes. A great deal of recent work has been done on the sulphur bearing amino acids in Garlic.

Product Recommendations

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Usage Warnings

If you are taking anti-clotting medication, consult your physician before using Garlic in medicinal amounts.Individuals concerned with their cardiovascular health should consult with a physician. Intestinal disturbances may occur when not consumed with other food. Garlic's anticlotting action in medicinal amounts could cause problems for those with clotting disorders. Although Garlic at recommended dosage is far from a problem, if you have a clotting disorder or are taking anti-clotting medication, consult your physician before using Garlic in medicinal amounts.