Garlic: A Natural First Aid

Garlic is one of the most used among natural medicines and also serves as food. Even in history garlic is one of the best first aid that the ancient Egyptians used in early times.

Garlic in its natural form contains an antibiotic called allicin. It also contains sulfides. Garlic is said to fight against certain types of cancers.

Nomenclature

Common name:           Garlic, Rocambole, Ajo, Allium,
Stinking Rose, Rustic Treacle,
Nectar of the gods, Camphor of the poor,
Poor man’s treacle, and clove garlic

Botanical name:          Allium sativum

Usage

Garlic is great for almost any bacterial or viral infection including

• Coughs
• Colds
• Athlete’s foot
• Jock itch
• Ringworm
• Splinter
• Bee stings
• Intestinal parasites
• Staph infections
• Garlic has been used to aid in lowering blood pressure and cholesterol
• Asthma treatment to reduce the intensity of attacks
• Garlic is also said to boost metabolismGarlic can also be used as a mosquito repellent

How to use

Garlic cloves may be swallowed whole or infused in honey to make syrup

Garlic oil may be placed on any affected wound externally, Gauze can be used to separate skin and garlic clove(s).

Side Effects

• Allergic reactions
• Skin inflammation
• Stomach upset
• Bad breath when excessive intakes occur