Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Garlic --Antiviral, Antibacterial and Antifungal

Garlic, one of my all time favorite herbs, can do it all. Its healing powers are always expanding as research continues.

Dr. Weil, a leading holilstic MD points out some of what garlic can do:

*Alters how cholesterol is metabolized in the body, making it less likely to oxidize

*Lowers blood pressure and decreased clot formation, thus reducing the risk of stroke and heart attack

*Combats respiratory infections such as common colds and sore throats

*Reduces fungal or yeast infections

And of course it's a natural antibiotic.

If you are using raw garlic, which is the best way to get the most benefits, just remember to let it sit out for 10 min before you add to food.