The Health Benefits of Garlic and Why You Should Eat It! 🧄 

The health benefits of garlic may have more of an impact on you than you realize. We commonly overlook this vegetable and use it as a seasoning to add flavor to our food, but the medicinal purpose of garlic is amazing. By no means am I encouraging you to eat garlic every day or dump garlic powder on your next slice of pizza, but eating healthy is the Karibbean way.

Garlic is commonly used in recipes that represents our Kulture. The smell is amazing when you fry it in your cast iron skillet. The taste adds so much flavor whether you boil it and drink it as tea or eat garlic at night in its raw form when you are under the weather. We may add a recipe to our home remedies to assist in fighting COVID-19. Although the benefits are immense, you need to be weary of the side effects of eating garlic. We are here to help, so we will provide balance when cooking with garlic and things to look out for so you do not over indulge.

What Is Garlic? 

Garlic is a vegetable, classified as a species of bulbous flowering plant in the genus Allium. A related vegetable that is heavily used in Karibbean dishes are Onions. We may look into providing the benefits of garlic, so be sure to tune into KaribeTV. 

Medicinal Purpose of Garlic 

I love that my go to ingredient, garlic is packed with so many health benefits when cooking my favorite meals. Not only does the taste pack a nice punch, but this may motivate me to eat garlic every day. Below are just a few examples of the health benefits of garlic. 

• Builds Immune System 

Garlic has the ability to increase your T-cells. T- cells, also known as T lymphocyte or thymocyte, help protect the body from infection.  

• Antibiotic Properties 

Studies have shown that the antibiotic properties of garlic are effective against bacteria and other viruses. I am definitely going to increase my garlic intake in the winter to be sure I do not catch a cold or flu. 😊 

• Reduce Cholesterol Levels 

It has been proven that garlic has the ability to lower cholesterol levels. By no means are we encouraging you to chow down on more processed foods, but if your cholesterol is at risk, garlic may do the trick. 

• Reduce High Blood Pressure 

Garlic has demonstrated that it has cardiovascular protective and immunomodulatory properties. Translation, LOL! For hyperintense individuals’ garlic may lower your blood pressure. 

Eat Garlic at Night 

If you prioritize your health or want to improve your health status, it may be beneficial to eat garlic at night or before you go to sleep. You may be able to finally toss your nose plug while you sleep. 

Garlic is often known as a remedy for insomnia. Allicin and magnesium are found in garlic, which may help relax the mind and lessen the nervous system tasks.

If you are having a hard time sleeping, eating garlic at night may clear your nasal passage and aid in fighting inflammation. Relax while you sleep! 

Side Effects of Eating Garlic 

Too much garlic is a gift and a curse. It is all about balance, but if you over indulge you may have these side effects of eating garlic below. These are just a few common side effects, but if you would like a more in-depth breakdown, review Healthline.  

• Heart Burn 
• Bad Breath 
• Amplify Bleeding 

Wrap It Up…

The effect that garlic has on us is amazing! Healthy eating is the Karibbean way and now that you are aware of the medicinal purpose of garlic, you can cook with more confidence. Be sure to share your next recipe with us. Simply tag karibecompany and you may be featured on our media platforms. 😊