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garlic (Allium sativum) belongs to the family of Liliaceae. The plant has the leaves are long, narrow and flat like grass. The lamp is equipped with a kind, consisting of numerous bulblets, known technically as' cloves together between membraneous scales and enclosed a whitish skin, even as in a bag.

It is due to the different names in ayurveda. The names describe its qualities. It is known as Rasona (Rasena vunaha = AMLA as there is no rasa or sour taste) Ugraghandhi (Ugra = Gandhi, because they strongly pungent odor)

It has Snigdha (sticky), teekshna (penetration), pichhila (slimy), guru (heavy), Sara (fast spreading) qualities. He has all the Rasas (taste), except AMLA (acid).

It reduces Vata and Kapha, but it should be used with much caution in persons who have pitta prakruti and in patients who suffer rakta, Pitta disorders.

Ancient Greeks used to garlic on stones at crossroads as a supper for Hecate (Greek goddess of the three paths, guardian of the household, protector of everything newly born, and the goddess of witchcraft). According to Pliny garlic and onion were made as deities by the Egyptians, taking oaths.

According to a Mohammedan legend 'when Satan stepped out of the Garden of Eden after the fall of man, garlic sprang from the spot where his left foot, and Onion from that where his right foot touched. "

Garlic contains sharp, volatile, essential oil. This oil is a sulphide of radical Allyl. The intensely smelling allyl connection is such a vague property that even if the lamp is crushed rubbed the soles of his odor is exhaled through the lungs after some time.

Medicinal Action and Applications

Acharya Charaka has said that garlic is an effective cure for diseases like intestinal worm infestations, skin disorders, low libido and erectile dysfunction.

Acharya Sushruta has appreciated the use of this herb in skin disorders, low libido and erectile dysfunction .. It also improves memory, modulates voice, promotes complexion, improves eye sight, strengthens bones and joints, improves digestion and regulates bowel movement. It is very useful in heart diseases.

As an antibiotic:

Many marvelous effects and healing powers have been attributed to garlic. Garlic is known in the vernacular as a "natural antibiotic". As an antiseptic, its use has long been recognized. It is very effective against fungi, yeast and viral infections. It is said to prevent anthrax in cattle, which are mainly for the purpose.

As an expectorant:

Garlic reduces increased Kapha. Garlic syrup is an excellent medicine for asthma, hoarseness of voice, cough, respiratory symptoms, and most other illnesses associated with the lungs. Because this promotes expectoration it is very useful in chronic bronchitis. Garlic is a very good remedy for whooping cough.

Cholesterol as a reducing agent:

Many publications have shown that garlic supports the cardiovascular system. According to them it lowers cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, inhibition of platelet function stickiness and slows blood coagulation. It is easy antihypertensive and antioxidant activity.

As an antihypertensive:

Garlic is regarded as one of the most effective measures for reducing blood pressure. It eases the spasm of small arteries and reduces the pressure on them.

As a remedy in digestive disorders

Garlic promotes peristalsis and the secretion of digestive juices. It eliminates body toxins. It has an antimicrobial effect and is an excellent remedy for intestinal infections. It distributes intestinal worms.

As an anti-inflammatory:

Garlic has anti-inflammatory properties. It is effective for treating arthritis, migraine and other inflammatory conditions.

Garlic in skin Disorders:

A regular consumption of garlic purifies blood and reduces minor skin infections.

Garlic and cancer:

Only a few studies suggest that eating garlic regularly reduces the risk of esophageal, colon and stomach cancer. This may be partly due to garlic's ability to reduce the formation of carcinogenic compounds.

Garlic as an aphrodisiac:

Garlic is used as a tonic for impotence. Moreover, sexual weakness, caused by more than pleasure in sex and nervous exhaustion. It is said to be very useful in older men.

Garlic has always been known as an aphrodisiac. It can clear the circulation. According to recent studies, the enzyme nitric oxide synthase (NOS) appears to be responsible for the mechanism of erection. Research on garlic have shown that garlic can be used to manufacture this enzyme.

Garlic in pregnancy

New studies show that the garlic during pregnancy may increase the risk of hypertension in pregnancy (preeclampsia). Studies have shown that garlic can help to make the birth-weight babies.

Action of garlic in Herpes:

In future garlic find their place in the treatment of herpes. It was noted that the oral or topical application of garlic or garlic extract markedly reduced the outbreak of the genital herpes virus.

Home remedies with garlic

1. In cuisine, it is a great aid for digestion, and keeps the mucous coats of the stomach healthy.

2. One or two clove garlic, honey and beat with the two or three nights successively, is effective Rheumatism.

3. Grind few cloves of garlic and pour ¼ cup of boiled water. Add this infusion to sugar syrup. This is an excellent cough expectorant to children and older adults.

4. when sniffed, it helps in alleviating the great hysteria.

5. Garlic Juice with hot water twice daily relieves asthma attacks.

6. Three cloves of garlic boiled with milk, each day at night cures productive cough and bronchitis.

7. 10 drops of garlic juice with 2 teaspoons of honey reduced the sharpness of the asthmatic symptoms. It can also be administered at the time of the attack.

8. Taking garlic juice with fresh water regularly reduces high blood pressure

9. Half a raw garlic clove consumes each day, the body activity to dissolve blood clots, so that heart attacks and strokes.

Precautions and adverse reactions:

Some may be heartburn and flatulence when they consume garlic. Persons who are anti-coagulant drugs should contact their nutritionist before his garlic products as garlic has anti coagulant property. It should be used cautiously, of persons who are bleeding disorders. Garlic should not be consumed during migraine. Avoid rubbing garlic on the skin because it burns and peeling of the skin.

Dr. Krishna.RS was an Ayurvedic Practitioner since 19 Years after the graduation degree in ayurveda (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) in 1986 from University of Mysore, India. He completed his post-graduated to allopathic medicine and surgery at the University of Bangalore, Karnataka, India.His articles about ayurveda and life sciences have been published in many magzines.

Dr.Krishna. RS is a star athlete and has represented state and universities when they are in high school, college and university.

Dr.Krishna. R.S lives in Mysore, Karnataka, India. He gives consultations in Mysore and Bangalore in the Silicon Valley of India.

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