Garlic in Woodbury MN has significant healing properties, if consumed regularly, raw or cooked it is known to promote a healthy lifestyle and aid in combating some pathogens, it's even referred to as "nature's antibiotic."

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Components Of Garlic in Woodbury MN

Allin is the main beneficial ingredient in garlic; it is converted into Allicin when you chew it raw. It is a compound made of oils that will decompose almost immediately once taken, and quickly begins to fight and destroy bacteria and other pathogens once digested.

Consider eating raw garlic while still fresh, since it has higher levels of Allicin than preserved or stored versions. You can store garlic at room temperature. When you are ready to use it crush it up and allow it to sit for 10 minutes. This will give it time to release the maximum amount of enzymes that assist in boosting your health.

Major Health Benefits Of Garlic

• Increases blood circulation and thins the blood - this can lower blood pressure, reduce the likelihood of blood clots and lower the risk of heart attack and stroke
• Combats allergies- Garlic has been show to improve allergic airway inflammation (allergic rhinitis).
• Decreases levels of LDL or "bad cholesterol"
• Stimulates the immune system as a result of vitamin B6 which is produced by the garlic. It helps to fight chest infections, soothes coughs and colds and helps in indigestion.
• Supports recovery from cancer
• Kills some intestinal parasites - this may be related to its potency as a cancer treatment, as some naturopaths consider intestinal parasites to be directly linked to cancer
• Repels insects - some sulfur in raw garlic passes into the blood and is carried to the skin where it is excreted. This helps to make the skin unattractive to insects. Raw garlic juice may be used to immediately stop the itching due to rashes and bug bites.
• Clear skin- by rubbing a clove that's been halved across acne prone skin, let the garlic work into your skin for a few minutes, then rinse off.
• Treats skin infections such as athletes foot, ringworm and warts
• Garlic contains a lot of iodine, which is very useful in treating patients in a hyperthyroid condition.

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How To Select And Store

For the best flavor and maximum health benefits, buy fresh garlic. Do not buy garlic that is soft, shows evidence of decay or is beginning to sprout. Garlic in flake, powder or paste form is convenient, but it is not as good as fresh garlic. It is best stored at room temperature in an uncovered container in a cool, dark place away from exposure to heat and sunlight which will help prevent sprouting. Depending on its age and variety, a whole garlic bulb will keep fresh from 2 weeks to 2 months.

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Tips

Once you break the head of garlic, it greatly reduces its shelf life to just a few days.

If you love eating raw garlic but hate the lingering aftertaste, try chewing parsley as it works very well as a breath freshener.