General Health Nutrition

Health benefits of Garlic

Current research shows that garlic may have some real health benefits, such as protection against the common cold and the ability to help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels.Here are some facts about garlic:

  1. Garlic. has very few calories and is very nutritious—-for a single clove, there are 4.5 calories, vitamin B6, magnesium ,vitamin c, selenium and fiber.

2. High doses of garlic appear to improve blood pressure, for those with hypertension.

3. Garlic supplements seem to reduce total LDL(bad cholesterol).

4. Garlic contains antioxidants that can help protect against cell damage and aging. It may also reduce the risk of ALZ.

5. Garlic appears to have some benefits for bone health by increasing estrogen levels in females.

6. Garlic is delicious and easy ton add to one’s diet.