Photos: 7 surprising health benefits of having raw garlic
Indians swear by a number of home remedies to cure various diseases and health problems. Before heading to the doctor's, our grandparents and mothers prepare homemade medicine combining kitchen ingredients and feed us for instant relief. One such magical ingredient is garlic.
hindustantimes.com | Written by Chayanika Das
Updated on Aug 31, 2021 10:17 am IST 8 Photos
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Garlic not just enhances the flavour of Indian cuisine but also treats various medical conditions. Here are seven health benefits of having raw garlic that are supported by human research.(Unsplash)
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Highly nutritious: A single garlic clove contains Manganese, vitamin B6, vitamin C, selenium and fibre. It also contains decent amounts of calcium, copper, potassium, phosphorus, iron and vitamin B1.(Unsplash)
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Improve cholesterol levels, lower risk of heart disease: Garlic supplements may reduce total and/or LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol by about 10–15%.(Unsplash)
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Contains medicinal properties: Garlic is closely related to onions, shallots and leeks. This ingredient has been used to treat diseases since ancient times not just by Indians but also by the Greeks, Romans and Chinese.(Unsplash)
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