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Are You Having Difficulties Sleeping At Night? Try Garlic!

  • Garlic is a plant in the onion family that’s grown for its distinctive taste and health benefits. It contains sulfur compounds, which are believed to bring some of the health benefits.
  • It  is low in calories and rich in vitamin C, vitamin B6 and manganese. It also contains trace amounts of various other nutrients.
  • This plant supplements help prevent and reduce the severity of common illnesses like the flu and common cold.
  • High doses of garlic appear to improve blood pressure for those with known high blood pressure (hypertension). In some instances, supplements may be as effective as regular medications.
  • Garlic supplements seem to reduce total and LDL cholesterol, particularly in those who have high cholesterol. HDL cholesterol and triglycerides do not seem to be affected.
  • It contains antioxidants that protect against cell damage and aging. It may reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
  • This plant has known beneficial effects on common causes of chronic disease, so it makes sense that it could also help you live longer.
  • High doses may improve physical performance in lab animals and people with heart disease. Benefits in healthy people are not yet conclusive.
  • Garlic was shown to significantly reduce lead toxicity and related symptoms in one study.
  • Garlic appears to have some benefits for bone health by increasing estrogen levels in females, but more human studies are needed.
  • Garlic is delicious and easy to add to your diet. You can use it in savory dishes, soups, sauces, dressings and more.

Source: healthline.com

Doris Israel Ijeoma

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