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Garlic has been used throughout the centuries,
for treating various illnesses. This herb has been shown to reduce cholesterol in
numerous double blind studies. In addition to lowering cholesterol garlic has gained
mainstream alternative medicine acceptance as an immune booster.
Garlic has certain components that are potent
free radical and oxidation fighters. Garlic is a mainstay in alternative medicine,
and is a potent antioxidant.
Garlic
cloves are one of the best anti-clotting herbs,
it contains more anticoagulant compounds than any other herb. Garlic's blood thinning
properties are the main reasons why so many people take this natural herb.
More and more research is being done to show
that garlic is an effective natural antibiotic agent against bacteria, including
streptococcus. When garlic is used with Pau D' Arco, and Grapefruit seed extract, fungal
infections such as Candida albicans, and athletic foot have diminished.
Scientific studies are showing us the
therapeutic benefits of garlic, are: Anti-aging properties, prevention of cancer, natural
enhancement immune system, prevention of heart disease, fighting fungal infections,
removing parasites, controlling blood pressure, expelling worms, and amebic dysentery.
The safety of garlic has been confirmed by a
wide variety of toxicological test. This is why this natural herb can be taken over
an extended amount of time to provide maximum benefit. Garlic's natural healing
properties are good for young and old.
Garlic can be used fresh, liquid, powder,
dried, capsules and tablets. When using garlic in capsules or tablets, they should be free
from the following: sugar, wheat, corn, soy, gluten, milk, salt, starch, and artificial
color.
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