· Giardia, responsible for the parasitic disease giardiasis

· Salmonella, a bacteria causing food poisoning

In view of all these benefits, we can then wonder how to use it. Explanations.

How to use garlic?

To benefit from the medicinal properties of garlic, garlic should be chopped and/or crushed to release its active compound, allicin.

Then, you can eat it raw by mixing it with oil or a little honey on a regular basis.

You can also add garlic to your salads, rub it on your toast or insert it into your meats but only a few minutes before the end of cooking.

Cooked garlic has a less attractive nutritional profile than raw garlic because the heat neutralizes the allicin and reduces the antioxidant content.

As for external use, opt for poultices and garlic oil.

The extra tip:

To reduce bad breath linked to garlic consumption, chew parsley leaves, licorice or even anise.

WARNINGS :

In excess, garlic can cause heartburn. Furthermore, its topical application must be done only on the area to be treated because on healthy areas,

Garlic (especially raw) can be very irritating and cause burns and allergic reactions.

Garlic is not recommended for people taking anticoagulant treatments and/or who have just undergone surgery.

Furthermore, garlic-based remedies (oral or external application) are not recommended for children. Always seek advice from your doctor before using any natural remedy.