Benefits of eating garlic: Garlic, which enhances the taste of food, is no less than a medicine for health. The allicin, sulfur compounds and antioxidants present in it strengthen the body’s immunity. According to Dr. Subhash Chandra Yadav, Medical Officer in-charge of Government Ayurvedic Hospital, Nagar Ballia, garlic prevents cold and cough and is helpful in keeping the heart healthy. It controls blood pressure by reducing bad cholesterol and helps in keeping blood sugar balanced. Garlic improves digestion, gives relief from swelling and joint pain, and is also useful in weight loss. Consuming it raw or lightly cooked is beneficial, but expert advice is necessary before medicinal use.
